We’re back with episode 3 of Static IV Raw Tapes. Showcasing unused footage, 2nd angles, makes, slams and craze captured while filming for the Static IV & V videos. This episode was filmed mostly between 2010-2011 in Manhattan and features Aaron Herrington, Brian Delatore, Ben Gore, Steve Brandi, Kevin Tierney, Rich Adler, Jahmal Williams, Charlie Young, Mark Wetzel and Ralphie, aka Sponge Bob?
STATIC IV RAW TAPES SERIES: EPISODE 2 – Theories of Atlantis
“Episode 2 covers all 5 Boroughs of NYC, even Staten Island and spans between the years of 2010 and 2013. During this time I was filming for both the Static IV project but also wrapping up the “Welcome to MIA” video at the same time. So Brian Delatore and Joel Meinholz were in NYC a little bit and we all filmed together with the Static crew at the same time. The line-up includes: Kevin Tierney, Ted Barrows, Aaron Herrington, Dustin Eggeling, Jahmal Williams, Brian Delatore, Yaje Popson, Quim Cardona, Jimmy Lannon, Brian Clarke, Jahmal Williams and Joel Meinholz. Dustin Eggling was still a pretty young kid in this time frame, and you can really see it in some of his clips. Brian Clarke was a late addition to the Static IV project but his footage is all so solid that he ended up having one of my favorite parts. This episode shows some of the first clips Brian started to get that made me want to include him with his own section. We are all over the place at this time, bouncing over to Staten on the ferry, training up to the Bronx and we even got a little session in at the JFK banks.” – Theories of Atlantis.
STATIC IV RAW TAPES EP 1
Bringing back the Raw Tapes feature to help keep you sane through these wild times. Theories of Atlantis dug deep into Josh Stewart’s DV tape vaults to capture some never before seen clips, second makes and weird moments behind the scenes of filming for Static IV & V between 2007-2014. Episode 1 focuses just within the borough of Manhattan and features a lot of TOA’s favorites from the Static series. TOA will be releasing a new episode weekly so stay tuned and enjoy. Featuring Brendan Carroll, Joel Meinholz, Jahmal Williams, Kevin Tierney, Quim Cardona, Billy Rohan, Dustin Eggeling and Steve Brandi.
PHILOSOPHY WITH JOEL MEINHOLZ – THEORIES OF ATLANTIS
Hopps shredder Joel Meinholz answers a few questions to help us understand what’s behind many myths and legends surrounding the notorious “Mindbender”. Joel has been around and he’s seen and done some crazy things on a skateboard over the years. From his first part in Static in 2000 to FORE & Friends, riding for Planet Earth, Stereo and Rasa Libre to filming for the the MIA video and countless Hopps projects. Joel is a fun person to talk to and we were stoked to capture a little of this on video. – Theories of Atlantis
“LOOK LEFT” By TRAFFIC SKATEBOARDS FULL VIDEO
Originally released in 2017, “Look Left” is the first video from Traffic Skateboards since “Moving in Traffic” in 2008. Featuring the full Traffic team including Kevin Coakley, Luke Malaney Hiroki Muraoka, Ricky Oyola, George Hanuschak, Joe Yates, Chris Teta, Pat Stiener, Jimmy Mastrocolo and Mark Wetzel. Brought to you by Theories of Atlantis.
STATIC III “NEW JERSEY MINUTE” SEGMENT w/ MARK WETZEL & STEVE DURANTE
This bangup part from the 2007 dvd “Static III” showcases two underground New Jersey shredders, Mark Wetzel and Steve Durante as they defile some filthy industrial spots from New Jersey to Barcelona. These guys never got the credit they deserved for how influential their skating has been to the underground so TOA to remind you by bringing this part back, 13 years late. Brought to you by Theories of Atlantis.
NEW YORK CITY SECTION FROM “STATIC IV”
This is the New York City segment from the Static 456 project, originally premiering in 2014. This piece includes a veritable gaggle of NYC-based talent and opens up with an intro featuring all skaters who are originally from the NYC/NJ area.
Justin Grzechowiak “Remedy” Part – Theories of Atlantis
Theories of Atlantis is stoked to get the honor of hosting another rad independent project on the TOA channel, Justin Grzechowiak’s “Remedy” part by Brendan Lovelock. TOA recently caught up with Justin on the TOA website to learn about the Buffalo, NY skate scene and this new video piece that Justin and Brendan worked on together over the summer. Enjoy this ripping new peek at the Buffalo scene and then head over to theoriesofatlantis.com to read the short interview.
TRAFFIC SKATEBOARDS BEHIND THE “RICK’S PICKS” BOARD SERIES
Theories of Atlantis caught up with Ricky Oyola and original Traffic Skateboards graphic designer, Mike Stein, to discuss the story behind the new “Rick’s Picks” graphic series. Influenced by Ricky’s history of east coast skateboarding, the Traffic guys reimagined some of Rick’s most memorable graphics over the years as all new pro boards for the modern Traffic team. Stein and Ricky share stories and insights into the graphics and their inspiration.
THEORIES OF ATLANTIS – TOP TWELVE: BEST 411 COMMERCIALS OF ALL TIME
Here is Theories of Atlantis’ top 12 list of the best commercials ever run in a 411 video back in the day. The short commercial was a difficult skill to master and is certainly a lost art these days. But in the 90’s and early 2000’s a few brands pulled it off quite well.
INSIDE THE SKATER’S STUDIO: Deep Dish “Realm” w/ Brett Weinstein – Theories of Atlantis
We brought the Skater’s Studio series to Chicago with this on-location shoot with Brett Weinstein and Jon Schmoldt watching Brett’s part from the Deep Dish video “Realm” by Mark Dunning from 2017. Inside the Skater’s Studio dives into classic video parts with the skaters and filmmakers behind them sharing behind the scenes stories and insights into the process. with guest Gama and a Skype call-in from the video maker himself by Mark Dunning. – Theories of Atlantis
RILEY VAUGHN Part From “GRAINS2”
Theories of Atlantis is stoked to be able to host and bring you Riley Vaughn’s part from the all new ‘Grains2″ video by Kevin Delgrosso. Grains is a rad independent video series out of small town Illinois capturing the true vibe of midwestern skateboarding.