MANNY CHRISTMAS

Manny Christmas from the BERRICS

A Christmas Story Ft. Geto Boyz

MERRY XMAS

It's that time of year again, Christmas. A true time for family and friends. Here in the Dot, the weather is mighty sketchy.

Yeah that's a whole lotta rain we're getting, and if the temperature drops, as it says it will, that'll mean a whole lotta ice is gonna be on the roads and sidewalks!? If you're going to be driving to get to your functions tonight, be careful.

To all our people travelling near and far to be with family, especially those that are waiting for flights, be safe.

Above all else, IRIS wants to wish everyone a Merry Xmas. ENDULGE.

IRIS 30 CM RECAP

So on Saturday, December 20th, IRIS celebrated the "30 CM" event at LIVESTOCK. It probably should have been called, "You lucky bastards," as it seemed like the heavens heard our prayers and blessed the city with more than enough snow to question the attendance. 30 plus cm's in 72 hours?


MOTHER NATURE REPS IRIS

A big shout out to those that made it out, as the night was really intended to get our close peeps under one roof, for some fun before the holidays...check! This event was a real testimony that despite all odds, anything is possible, with the help of some real good people and sheer luck...lol.

I apologize now for the contant name dropping and accolades, lol...just showin respect.

The event started a bit later than expected (hip hop son..., c'mon!) but soon everything was in full swing.

The music for the evening...

Henri/HZA (nstrmntl2urdvlpmnt.com / Offshoot)
Taktiks (Mixtape Massacre)
Marco Polo (Soulsplasm / NYC)

also our money launderer for the nite, Tania (Liang) Bonello...
If there's one thing we've learned about doing events, music is everything, straight the fk up!

So on Friday, I got a text msg from a NY number, "doesn't look good," and I'm already accepting defeat. It's 2pm and the first snow storm is in full blast. 10pm I get another text, "just landed in the dot!"
WHOOO...Marco Polo. Chalmers OG.

Sale antics

This guy deserves a shoutout for calling out the eyes on the tee, first try!
"I know who that is, that's M------ D------!" and not Michael Del Mundo...hahah

Whatup Beej n dem!

Wan (Shaman Fam)

Avi Gold (Inqmnd / itsthetastebuds.com / avigold.blogspot.com) & Q (Inqmnd / Gdft)

Q x Scarlett

Lainee & Crys gettin toasty on the wine.

The star of "Quantum of Solace Manila", Justin Credible and TDCSSB talent show star, Ryan Wong; BLUE PAGES.

Corriander generations; Keith & Chris

I see you seven:30 (Mixtape Massacre / Offshoot)

Debating on the details for, "White Men Can't Jump pt. 2" or, "Money Train pt. 2."
I say, "White Men Can't Jump pt.2"

IRIS extended fam - the gentlemen behind MORE Creative; H, Kieron (King Sampson) & Jaylen.

INQMND

Bboyisms; Neo & Frost (G.I.), KueRock (DDT), Jedi (OG Supernats), Kieron (King Sampson)

Pistal Pete aka the North Face Monster (DIRT Volume)

Taurean (Roundtable / Lounge) and Fab.

Andy (Livestock), Big C (Offshoot), and Hek (Livestock)

So remember how I was saying that luck was a huge part? Trust me...from almost missing printing deadlines due to weather, to crazy errands and commuting due to weather, to almost missing one of your homeys/acts due to weather, well you get the point. Lesson? Be careful what you ask for!

Next event will be IRIS "30 DEGREES"...promise ;)

IRIS & LIVESTOCK

Nothing spells victory over weeks of hard work, hunger, long days, and stress like a meal at ROL SAN in Toronto.

Most of us didn't eat anything all day and got smashed on booze throughout the course of the night. Can't blame us, we were all starving.

Key dishes to success...
5 chicken dishes that are basically the same
1 plate of greens
1 plate of fried rice



If anything, the food made us more tired and caused even more craziness trying to get home in the snow storm.

Discussing the night and future plans for 2009 and beyond.

Overall the night was a success. We want to shoutout those that made it possible and put in their work: IRIS fam (Row & Pete; next time?!), SKAM & everyone at LIVESTOCK, GOODFOOT, STUSSY, Q, MOMO, MJ for the digital equipment, Henri, Taktiks and Marco Polo for the audio, seven:30 for the technical expertise, Toby Shinobi for coming thru in the clutch and understanding my retarded orders...lol, Hek for the Amsterdam and addtl help, Avi Gold and the rest of INQMND, Adrift, STIN for the photos, our homey Karl over in Scandinavia, everyone that copped, and showed interest in our sh!t.

Stay tuned for 2009 pics and previews.

Everyone ENJOY.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS from your people @ IRIS

THANK YOU...

A big thanks to everyone that came out to the IRIS 30 CM event held at LIVESTOCK, this past Saturday. Despite the holdbacks with weather, fam parties, etc. there was still a great turnout and we couldn't have asked for more. Full event recap and pics soon.

KNOW YOUR ROOTS...

REAL SH!T

IRIS 30 CM EVENT

CASH ONLY!!!

PACQUIAO vs DE LE HOYA

The calm before the storm...RIP De La Hoya 2008

IRIS Scarlett Hoodie featured on Highsnobiety/snobette

Shouts to Highsnobiety/snobette for featuring our Scarlett hoodie recently. Thanks Steph!

Special IRIS gift package awaits the first person to spot all (sp/gram) errors. Email us at getinfo@interpretiverocking.com, LOL

IRIS "Monogram" buttondown release/pre-order

Our final drop for 2008; The Monogram buttondown, just in time for the holidays!! Available for pre-order today!

Features:
*IRIS embroidered Monogram pocket
*3 colours available: Sky Blue, Coffee Cream, & Jet Black
*Available in M, L, XL
*100% sea island cotton

The Monogram buttondown is $80 CAD + applicable taxes. Shipping is included.

Payments or info on any of our products can be made via:
getmoney@interpretiverocking.com
We accept Paypal, Email transfers or Cash.

**Also going to be available at Live Stock Toronto**

IRIS Collective.
getinfo@interpretiverocking.com

THE DAWN OF UNPRODUCTIVITY

Marc Johnson, street plants & Lucas Puig. WOW.

HOME IS EVERYTHING

11 | 04 | 08

Happy Hallowe'en

SCARLETT X JAZZY JEFF

Big ups to our homeys (SKAM & HEK) over at LIVESTOCK for the pics. BBE recording artist, DJ Jazzy Jeff.

IRIS "SCARLETT" HOODIE

Dropping tomorrow, is the IRIS "SCARLETT" HOODIE. The first ever hooded piece from the IRIS camp. The piece is made 100% in Canada, from preshrunk fleece. It comes with your standard goodies; hidden pockets, side tag detailing, and a fully de/attachable hood (see our lookbook for reference). You can either rock a standard crewneck or hoodie; choice is completely up to you.
(*hint...you can also mix n match)
The hoodie is going to retail for $85 CAD and is available thru IRIS or LIVESTOCK, Toronto. SIZES: M-XXL. DO NOT SLEEP, this piece was made in limited numbers and is guaranteed to go fast.

GIRLS LOVE HIP HOP II TONITE

Peace to our extended fam, The REAL FREQUENCY aka the REAL FREQ'S. They're hosting a party inconjunction with with a whole list of dope sponsors, tonite inside TOIKA Lounge, called "GIRLS LOVE HIP HOP II".

If any of y'all were at the last one, you know this jam was fkn ridiculous. Never before have I witnessed an 8 mile like environment with a heavy female presence. Definitely check it out.

Also, if you haven't clued in, these guys host "The Real Frequency Show", live on FLOW 93.5 fm on Monday nights (one of the only things worth listening to on FLOW).
They've also started doing podcasts via their site called, "Differently, Still, Guy."
Definitely worth checking out for some dope audio and plenty of laughs.

Check em out here

SCRIZZIPT

Another IRIS drop to max out on the weather...the IRIS Script tee.
$35 CAD (plus tax & shipping)
Sizes M - XL.
For orders contact us at getmoney@interpretiverocking.com
or visit LIVESTOCK, at 116 Spadina Ave.