SAN FRANCISCO - Greg Simkins, aka Craola, started doing art ever since he got his hands on crayons. At 17, he linked up with a couple friends from high school and stepped into the world of graffiti. Now, he's a father, husband, artist, and so much more. To see more of his work, check out: www.imscared.com
DALLAS - Listen up, sponsors. You need to add Mack Dafoe on your team because this street skater proves he has the skills while skating the streets of Dallas. noisesfromourtumeez.wordpress.com
PHILADELPHIA - The A.K.A.s are everywhere! Especially their newest album titled, Everybody Make Some Noise, that's now available in stores and on iTunes. You need to get a copy! And catch them on Warped Tour this year. www.theakas.com www.myspace.com/theakas
AUSTIN - David Strackany is Paleo. His unique voice and style makes you listen to music not for the ears, but for the heart, mind, and soul. Watch him live at Trophy's. www.myspace.com/paleo www.paleo.ws
LOS ANGELES - Action Sport Retailer Burton snowboards and Channel Island surfboards launch an 11,000 square foot flagship store on Melrose Ave. in LA. Pro skaters Arto Saari, Omar Salazar, Stefan Janoski, Dylan Reider, and Brian Sumner join surfers Kelly Slater, Rob Machado, Damien Hobgood, Kalani Robb, Benji Weatherly and snowboarders Jeremy Jones and Jussi Oksanen to celebrate. www.burton.com www.cisurfboard.com