Star Wars, Doctors, & Sneakers..Oh My

Most of you know that I love sneakers. With both the college and NBA seasons along with holidays upon us, sneaker companies are ramping up marketing efforts. 


Below are two spots that caught my attention. Both play off history, legend, and pay homage to the past. 


The first is a great adidas Originals spot playing off The Star Wars cantina scene. I love what adidas have done with their Originals collection over the last few years. They have struck the right cord between athlete, celebrity, and music. 


This Star Wars spot it no different. Every Star Wars fan loves this scene and adidas puts a nice spin on it. And a great Daft Punk cameo, it only seems fitting. 



Thanks to Walk On Spot for posting this Converse spot. I agree with his comments, ever since Nike acquired the Converse, they have done a great job putting life back into the brand. The use of legends is great. Julius Erving and God Shammgod, one of the greatest names in all of basketball, give credibility to a brand trying to jump start their basketball line after Dwyane Wade jumped to the Jordan Brand.   


Plus the choice of  The White Stripes "Hello Operator" is a great touch. 

Conan "The Album"

In futher efforts to promote this upcoming show on TBS, Conan is about to release two albums. It is about time. Some of my favorite moments from his show is him with his guitar or singing. 


The album two albums, "And They Call Me Mad?" includes O'Brien's improved spoken word inspired by the legend of Franeknstein and an interview with Conan conducted by Jack White.  


The second is a rockabilly inspired album called "Conan O'Brien Live at Thrid Man." The album features tunes perfromed by Conan's band and a duet with Jack White. 


Both albums were recorded in June. Check out White's Third Man Records site for more information. "And They Call Me Mad?" is expected to ship Aug. 24. 

Under Great White Northern Lights

Here is a sneak peek at Under Great White Northern Lights - The White Stripes tour documentary Under The Great Northern Lights. Out in theaters in March but a full song from the film ("Let's Shake Hands") is available now.