STEPHEN BUGGICA RAW TAPES: EPISODE 1 – “DUSTIN EGGELING PORCH TAPES”
TOA’s newest “Raw Tapes” series is with Tampa, Florida’s Steve Buggica. Steve has been holding down the Tampa skate scene with his VX and death lens for a long time now. Filming for his own “Busted Mic” series, the Shaqueefa videos and assisting with many Hopps, Theories and Magenta projects over the years, he has amassed a hefty archive of Sony mini-DV tapes. Tapes that hold some hidden gems we never got to see and some classics we’re happy to see again. Steve decided to focus specifically on the iconic porch spots, unique to the Tampa area, and it’s amazing he has enough to make full episodes. This episode focuses on Hopps pro, and Tampa native, Dustin Eggeling with a couple cameos including Kevin Coakley. Enjoy!
“Observers” by Brainstorm Skateboards & Push Skate Shop – Theories of Atlantis
“Observers” is a new video brought about through a collaboration between Push Skate Shop, Theories Brand and Brainstorm Skateboards. The TOA crew made a jaunt down to Asheville, North Carolina this summer to launch a TOA art show with Push Skate Shop as well as a collab deck between Push, Theories Brand and local Asheville brand Brainstorm Skateboards. As a way to honor the collab, Brainstorm chief Eric Hunt filmed a rad new video piece and worked with editor Kerry Webb to bring us “Observers”. Featuring Eric Hunt, Dyshon Whidbee, Griffin Faulkner, Kevin Cordell, Sam Buxton, Kerry Webb and many more, the nearly 9 minute edit showcases the local Asheville scene with a visual nod to the eerie local legend of the Brown Mountain Lights. A mysterious unexplained ghost-light phenomemon occurring regularly in the hills of Brown Mountain, just outside of the Asheville urban center.
JUSTIN GRZECHOWIAK FROM “MEMOIR” – THEORIES OF ATLANTIS
Theories of Atlantis is very stoked and honored to host Justin Grzechowiak’s part from the all new “Memoir” video by filmmaker Michael Breitmaier!
Dial Tone x Cons Present the “PL Vulc Pro” – Theories of Atlantis
Dial Tone got together with Cons to make not only a super dope and unique skate shoe, but also a device to help bring the crew together. If they’ll actually take the call, that is. Starring Trevor Thompson, Aaron Herrington, Alexis Sablone and Jahmal Williams.
“FAST FRIENDS” by Brainstorm Skateboards x Fuzzy Needle – Theories of Atlantis
Theories of Atlantis friends down in Asheville, North Carolina have a rad small brand called Brainstorm Skateboards that does some really cool projects. They also help support the local skate community with creative video projects, art shows and raising funds to support their local DIY spot. Run by long time shredder and Asheville local Eric Hunt, Brainstorm is always collaborating with local small businesses to bring the community together and make rad stuff happen. And their latest offering is “Fast Friends”, a collaboration with the Wilmington-based record store Fuzzy Needle and features a ton of skaters from the local scene as well as Eric himself. Edited by Kerry Webb and filmed/edited by Eric Hunt, TOA was hyped to host this new project, shining a light on a scene that doesn’t get enough exposure. A perfect fit for the “Underground Network” series.
CODY WILBER FULL PART FROM “NICHE” – THEORIES OF ATLANTIS
Theories of Atlantis is hyped to host Cody Wilber’s full video part from “Niche”, the new independent video out of Gainesville, Florida. Filmed and edited by Alex Baucom, Niche focuses on the small but shredding skate scene of Gainesville and we have been granted the honor of hosting the opening part from Magenta flow rider Cody Wilber.
The Theories Brand Plaza Jean is Back! – Theories of Atlantis
Just a reminder that your favorite skate denim is back in stock. Featuring Rashad Murray, Randy Benko and Connor Noll. Check out the Plaza Jeans HERE.
‘THE FOURTH TURNING’ RAW TAPES: EP 3 NICK RAINEY
“The Fourth Turning” Raw Tapes series, featuring miles of raw mini-dv tape captured during the filming of Theories Brand’s latest video offering, concludes here with the third and final episode.
With the final episode Theories of Atlantis brings you Michigan’ phenom Nick Rainey and his wild bag of tricks. Nick’s part features a heavy dose of local Michigan crust as well as a good balance of east cost spots from Philadelphia to NYC. It’s nuts seeing how easily Nick handles some of these spots but also we get treated to some unused clips and even see that no matter how skilled one might be, sketchy spots will still collect their taxes from time to time.
‘The Fourth Turning’ Raw Tapes Ep 2 Nyle Lovett
The Raw Tapes series is back featuring miles of raw mini-dv tape captured during the filming of Theories Brand’s latest video offering “The Fourth Turning”. On episode 2/3 we dive into midwest’s best, corn fed, Nyle Lovett. With a healthy balance of Indiana gems, a stay in Philly, and a day trip to Baltimore, this episode brings a wide variety of spots and showcases Nyle’s insane consistency pretty well. Lots of second makes, alternate angles and even several unused clips, this one is certainly worth the watch.
HOPPS SKATEBOARDS x DAPTONE RECORDS – THEORIES OF ATLANTIS
In celebration of the new collaboration between Hopps and Daptone Records Jahmal Williams paid a visit to the Daptone HQ, also known as the “Little House of Soul”, and took a tour of the iconic studio with co-founder Gabe Roth. Brought to you by Theories of Atlantis.
Alex Yost Part From “Due$ Paid” – Theories of Atlantis
Theories of Atlantis is very hyped to be hosting Alex Yost’s part from the bangin new full length video out of Cleveland, Ohio entitled “Due$ Paid”. This labor of love was filmed and edited by Jesse Braun over a period of six long years.
INTRODUCING THE “SHIER” VEST – Theories of Atlantis
Nearly 20 years since the Static II video, Paul Shier and Theories joined forces to bring back the classic sweater vest Paul wore throughout the years of filming for his part. From London to Barcelona and all the way to the Pyramids of Giza in Cairo, Egypt, that sweater vest really got around. So Theories brought it back for a limited offering in 2 color options. Check it out now on the TOA web shop or snag one from your local shop while you can!