People: Wade , Muff and Myself.
To sum up this man by the name of Wade you could simply say one word ; knowledge. Besides being a fellow that is up to date on the current trends , he doesn't have to flow with it like some of the crowd. He has his own style and thoughts which definitely shine through hearing about soon to be projects and just plain ol' conversing. Get ready because he's on the come up.
Full name? Or nickname , which do you prefer to go by?
Ummm , nickname. (eric) Why? (eric) Because that's all they need to know.
And what is that nickname?
Actually ... they can know my name , its Wade. A.K.A. Brad Piff , or Sneakermane from niketalk.
Now that "piff" , is that a reference to marijuana?
Not necessarily , you're not the first to ask. It's just a reference to something hot , something smoking. If that's what you do , then more power to you.
Which area do you reside in , do you like it?
Baltimore , MD. Everyday , all day.
Whats your "profession"?
Uhhh.... Oh! Internet personality.....
(laughter)
So you shape this young whipper-snappers into shape?
If that's what you want to call it. Inspire them to do something different with their lives.
Whats the next "hip thing" that's going to occur?
The next hip thing? Right now , episode 5 of Kickin' it in the city. Be aware , and be there. We are still finalizing the next guest , It's going to be real nice. For the people that don't know what kickin' it in the city is , you need a late pass.
Oh man , oh man. So wasn't I supposed to be a guest?
:laughs: Anytime , just holler at me or Arcieri... (eric) I'm just trying to be like some of those "other" people that we hear of in that situation.... (eric)
Ok , so break down K.I.T.C. :
Alright , Kickin' in the city is.......really just my personal look on this , this sneaker scene. I give insight. I started it with my homey Harm City Hustler. (eric/wade) Shout out to Harm City Hustler. (eric/wade) We were out and about , kicking it.....arguing about other sneakers and what not. We figured we would do an Internet show talking about the shoes , whats hot , whats not as well as showcasing smaller brands. We just ran it about a year and now I'm currently doing it with Arcieri Keness. Same dope flavor , guest cats with the same love and passion. Nothing really serious , just fun. At the end of the day , its all about fun. Keeping the shit nice and humorous.
So we've connected a bunch of times yet this is one of the first times we've been able to chat on the intellectual level. Whats something you want to get off your mind about the world , or people around you.Umm. Being of how im really deep into this sneaker scene , my pet peeve is these so-called "sneakerheads". It's something real recent and new.... My opinion , its funny how everyone claims to be one right now. In no way shape or form do I consider myself a "sneakerhead". Im just somebody that loves sneakers. Two different things. Why i say this? Because "sneakerhead" was born in 1999 with the retro jordan 4's black and cement. Thats when this big obsession with old sneakers was created , people called "sneakerheads" say "I love these old joints" but dont even wear them. Im from the era of always buying new and slick shit. You know this to be true.... In 95' if you came out with sneakers from 88' , I'd tell you to take that shit off. It's not even a love for the shoe anymore , it's trying to be cool. Right now you will see a girl with jordans on who has never seen Mike play and doesnt even know where he's coming from. I dont label myself as anything , I've just always liked shoes. I'm a little older and thats my thing , not even about just nike......other things.You wear what you like. They just gravitate towards nikes.
BEAST!
All time favorite song and why?All time favorite song....Hmmmm. Thats a good one, hold up. I know what it is , you gonna think im crazy. Its the biggest hit from this 80's group called The System and it's called "Dont distrub this groove". (eric) Why that one? (eric) 'Cause its just a catchy tune and right now its just like 20 yrs old , but it can be bumped like a brand new song. The great music of the 80's. The music was timeless , not even a black or white thing because two of the members were each. It was a pop song , but bumped by R & B stations.....It had no genere. Crossover.
: looks into iphone for song :
Plays song + sings.
Catchy lyrics too.... hang that sign up on the door..... dont distrub the groove...
: laughs : (eric) I'm going to use that sometime for myself and see how it works... (eric) What the song? (eric) Yes. (eric) :laughs : I'm trying to tell you , any chick , black white or whatever....over 30... It's bonus points.
HANG THE SIGN UP!
: laughs :
What describes your style?
Timeless. I lke to wear stuff that ... Because of the economy , you want to buy something that you can still wear 5 years from now. I'm not into wearing stuff that is in and out in like a year. Levis , Gap , nothing but vans and converse right now. If it's a Nike its gotta because of the player that I knew and loved...Penny Haradway......Andre Aggasi..
We IN A RECESSION!
: MUFF CHIMES IN :
(muff) I'm a shit shaper , people mimic me..... (muff)
(wade/eric) WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOW. (wade/eric)
SHIT SHAPER.......
But ima chime in to , because shes good at putting together nice things with normal articles , making hoodies and putting her patton on it and shapes it.
Most meaningful song in your opinion and why?
Most meaningful song....U2 "With or without you" (muff) Why?!?! (muff) Because it defines the state of a man and woman..nothing is easy...Cant live with em , cant live without em... (eric) Ummmhmmmmm. Preach. I agree. (eric) Classic lyrics.
Whats the most recent CD or Mixtape that has come out recently that you absolutely love?Uhhh...Its two. Recent purchases? I mean...I dont buy no recent shit.
Recently , the cd that ive ben pumping is from 07'
(eric) The artist you are pumping right now? (eric)
Kenna "Make sure you see my face". Ever since my boy Adrian let me hold it , ive been playing it every since. The music is just so different compared to whats played in the mainstream. I'm mad that artists like kenna arent allowed the proper shine , more then "young" this "lil" that. (eric) You said two..... (eric)
Oh and , I'm a finnicky bastard liking shit that people have never heard of... well I bump the shit out of N.E.R.D "Seeing Sounds".
They need to create some radio format for artists like Kenna and N.E.R.D. becauses theres no format for their music , thats the type of shit I want to hear. They need a non-maintstream format.
What "inspires" you?
Life. Life... Life and being alive.
Sometimes you just wake up and just the air hitting you influences what you want to do with yourself... Nobody influences me to do anything , it just comes to me. Actually what does influence alot of my decisions is age , you dont bullshit. Not really putting out hypebeasts again , but it is what it is.
Favorite place in the world?
Favorite place?
Ummm... It's actually NYC. But I'm just going by when I used to visit often....
Theres always something to do. Baltimore is my home.... But NY , theres always something to do.
I hate them damn yankees though....to hell with them yankees im an orioles fan...
I got mad peoples up there. We both are heading up soon , yeah?
You already know...
Top 5 Dead or Alive.(Music-Wise)Ummm.
I just had my 5 the other a day...
5. Nerd (the group)
4. Andre' 3000 w/ special shout out to Big Boi.
3. Kayne West
2. Nas
1. Bob Marley
(muff) Why because you are jamican? (muff)
You already know.
Bob first and foremost....
Favorite brand? And why.
Vans , because they are classic , timeless , and aforable.
You dont have to spend a whole paycheck in order to buy a pair , unlike nike. Also I respect what the brand Stussy has done regarding longevity. They have been around a long time and lots of streetwear wouldn't be around if it wasnt for them
This world , what is wrong with it?
A whole lot of followers and not enough trend setters...
Everyone wants to be part of the "in" thing.... No one wants to add in , they just want to do the in thing.. Like hip hop.....I respect someone who is doing their own thing rather then doing whats been done. Shout out to Q-tip and his new album.
Next big thing in fashion?
Next big thing in fashion , my opinion will prolly be .... baggies..
(eric) Baggies??? (eric) Baggy pants , because guys will get tired of wearing pants that hug their nuts. Men and women.
How long have you been growing out your locks?
A month after my daughter was born , 9 yrs this past april. They wont ever be cut , clipped yes , but not cut.
Peace and blessing to Bob Marley , Peter Tosh , Gregory Issac and all the reggae greats..
Women? We cant live with them , cant live without them. Why?
Because that sweet nectar...
: laughs :
It does something to you , and they give you a bunch of grief. It goes back to the day of adam and eve. No man can handle it. No man can control it. It's a powerful thing.
What do you completely , utterly hate about people?
Um. About people... It's about what we were talking about the other day.. People... It's like you dont know a persons alternate motives...
Their agenda.. What happened to being someone's friend and not looking for anything..
So do you want to give them a brief tid bit of information about the project im going to be in on next year?
Uhh. I keeping saying timeless... Emphasizng..
Its going to be something classy and just timeless.
The best stuff is stuff that can be worn now , throw it on five years from now and still be dope... Regardless it costing two dollars...
Stay tuned. It's going to be timeless.
Allright , anything else you want to say or shout outs?
Just you know.... All my homies in the DMV area. Arcieri , Muff , Johnny Stacks , people in the area keep doing what you do. Keep it positive. Everybody wants to get up , alot of cats are just generally cool with each other , well at least with me... They aint trying to get ahead by stabbing the next person. There is enough money in the area if you work hard.
I'm about to get mine with this project. To all the hypebeats , continue watching the show , I got love for yall.
Good shit , good shit. I appreciate the interview. It was mad fun.
: DAPS :
