Events

CHAIN OF COMMAND LISTENING PARTY FEB 24TH

2010-02-16T08:48:00.001-08:00

Next Wednesday, Feb 24th we are presenting the official listening party for Planet Asia & Gold Chain Military's brand new album, Chain Of Command. The listening party is from 7 to 9 and will feature gift bags and giveaways from Akomplice, Bloodbath, and Pros & Cons.
The after party is presented by Freedom of Beats, and will feature guest DJ's Battle Cat and Crazy Toones.
It's all going down at Seven Bar Lounge, 555 W. 7th St, Los Angeles, Ca 90014.

ASYLM & RUETS - SOURCES OF INSPIRATION AND DAMNATION

2010-02-08T12:10:00.000-08:00

Tradition is proud to present:
Asylm | Ruets
Sources of Inspiration and Damnation February 27 2010

Asylm
His work depicts a harmonious coexistence of nature and the urban landscape. He combines his humming bird icons, beautiful muses, Mesoamerican iconography, along with wild style depiction of words and letters over an abstract background with that of his urban graffiti palette (since 1989), so to think he is merely painting pictures, would be a mistake. He is creating spiritual trances.
www.asylm.com

Ruets
Known for his linear formation and contemporary letter structure, Los Angeles based artist Tommy Ruets earned himself a nationwide following due to his stylistically innovative approach. Pushing the boundaries of traditional graffiti, Ruets continues to up the ante combining a distinct configuration of line and proportion into something undeniably original. Equally visually stimulating are his hundreds works on paper and wood, Comprised of bold flat color and fine-line work.

SAMPLE SALE

2010-02-04T15:24:00.001-08:00

We are having a huge sample sale at our Westlake location starting this Friday. We will have tons of samples, limited edition items, as well as unreleased pieces from a large handful of brands at crazy discounted prices! All tees are $10, all hoodies are $20, and all New Eras are $15. This is all new merchandise, that has never before been in the store!

Early arrival is suggested, because at these prices this stuff is gonna move fast! See you there…

SPRING SALE

2010-01-21T14:33:00.001-08:00

Our Spring Sale starts tomorrow at our Westlake location. 50% off all of your favorite brands including Nike, Supra, Vans, Converse, The Hundreds, 10 Deep, Diamond, and more! We have a bunch of flannels, Crewnecks, hoodies, shoes, tees, accessories, and more all at 50% off! You won't want to miss it!

BLACK FRIDAY!

2009-11-26T09:48:00.000-08:00

Black Friday is just a few days away, and we have put together a huge sale for all of our loyal customers! Everything in the store will be 20% off, all shoes will be buy one get one half off, and select fall items from some of our biggest brands including The Hundreds, 10 Deep, Diamond, Crooks & Castles, and more will be half off!!!
You do not want to miss this sale! Our black Friday event goes throughout the weekend... We will be giving away a free T-shirt with every $100 purchase as well!

TRADITION X BLOODBATH: MIGHTY IS THE PEN RELEASE PARTY!

2009-11-17T09:29:00.001-08:00

Our collab tee with Bloodbath titled "Mighty Is The Pen" drops this Saturday, and you know we couldn't drop a tee as fresh as that without having a release party to celebrate! We've lined up a fresh group of MC's, including Young De, Floss Angeles' own El Prez, and Oxnard's Astro to perform, and a few DJ's to spin all night. Of course we will be serving drinks to get the party started, and Bloodbath will be providing gift bags and give aways all night! This is one party you do not want to miss!
This Saturday from 8 to 11 at Tradition in Westlake!

TRADITION PRESENTS: MEAR & YEM :CRITICAL: NOVEMBER 7TH

2009-10-18T11:55:00.001-07:00

Tradition is proud to present :Critical: a 2 person art show featuring the artwork of Mear and Yem, two of LA's most prolific graffiti writers. :Critical: examines the nature of these two legendary graffiti writers and their approach to fine art.

MEAR ONE: examines the aspects of content that accompany any piece of art. He is literally working on communicating some of what we as a society have forgotten or are unable to see.

YEM: navigates through a multi-media platform where information (data) and art intersect. The result is a visual experiment that tests the icons of the culture industry. His work involves a participation in which Theodor Adorno claims that it goes under the name of terror in mass culture. He is a pioneer of the Los Angeles graffiti/urban art movement and has shown through out the US and Europe. He is self taught.

:Critical: opens November 7th, and runs through January 2nd.
Opening Reception is November 7th from 7-11. Drinks and music provided.

BURNING FIGHT AT TRADITION OCT 10TH

2009-09-26T08:31:00.000-07:00

Tradition and Revelation Records are proud to present the book release party for Burning Fight: The Nineties Hardcore Revolution in Ethics, Politics, Spirit, and Sound . Nineties hardcore sparked profound change and debate across musical, social, spiritual, and political landscapes, andBurning Fight draws upon the memories of many who played influential roles in the scene and understand what made this era of hardcore so unique.
This event will feature a Q&A with the author, Brian Peterson, along with Mike Hartsfield (Outspoken), Dave McClure (Downcast), Ryan Downey (Burn It Down), Vique Martin (Simba Fanzine), and more. There will be an artshow featuring a collection of photos, flyers. T-shirts, and more as well as guest DJ's spinning 90's hardcore all night.
There will also be a limited edition Burning Fight X Tradition X Revelation Records T-shirt release!
It all goes down at Tradition on October 10th!

FCC "FLOSS ANGELES" TOUR AT TRADITION!

2009-09-15T18:42:00.001-07:00

Join us this Sunday from 1-4 for the Floss Angeles tour presented by the FCC and Ek5obition. This event will be the official release of the "Floss Angeles" tee and will feature live performances by El Prez, Chris Focus, Dale Danja, and more! Don't miss out on the give aways from Ek5obition as well! See you there!

BURST THE BUBBLE -AUGUST 29TH AT TRADITION

2009-08-23T16:33:00.001-07:00

Tradition will be hosting an artshow on Saturday, August 29th called "Burst The Bubble." This show features over 25 artists, and showcases the artwork of local talent from Thousand Oaks, Westlake, Agoura, and more. Featured artists include William Carroll, Thom Suzumoto, John Garcia, Hell Kite, and more. Support local artists!

Opening Reception:
Saturday, Aug 29th
7:00 - 11:00

SUMMER SALE

2009-07-30T08:48:00.001-07:00

Our summer sale starts this Friday, and you definitely don't want to miss this one. 50% off all of your favorite brands including Crooks & Castles, Diamond, The Hundreds, Play Cloths, Cheap Monday, Nike, Vans, Supra, and more. We will be offering a free t-shirt with every purchase over $200 (while supplies last). See you there!

OFF THE WALL

2009-07-02T08:38:00.001-07:00

Tradition is proud to present "Off The Wall" an artshow in tribute to the late Michael Jackson. Artists include Acme, Axis, Chase Tafoya, Christina Felice, Dethkills, DJ Solo, Eyeone, Jason Youth, Justin Reed, Marsha, Ralph Silerio, Sharktoof, Spurn, Tommy Ruets, and more.
The show will also feature a Michael Jackson tribute set by DJ Katashtrophy.
The opening reception is July 25th from 7-11.

SOUL ASSASSINS "INTERMISSION" LISTENING PARTY

2009-06-14T11:09:00.001-07:00

The long awaited Soul Assassins album, "Intermission", drops next week and Tradition is proud to host the official listening and album release party on Sunday from 2:00 to 6:00. The album features Bun B, Fashawn, Evidence, Xzibit, and more. DJ Muggs from the legendary Cypress Hill will be on hand mixing up a set of tracks from the "Intermission" album. Up and coming Fresno based MC, Fashwan, is set to perform as well as some unannounced guests from the Soul Assassins family. With DJ Muggs in the house you never know who is gonna get on stage and spit!
Drinks will be provided from Transphusion!

BUY ONE GET ONE HALF OFF!

2009-06-04T11:45:00.001-07:00

I SHOOT PEOPLE

2009-06-01T13:41:00.001-07:00

Trevor Traynor was born in New York in May of 1979. He studied at the University of Colorado in Boulder and after graduating in 2002 he explored the globe with a Hasselblad. For the next four years Trevor continued to create projects through his travels while doing editorial work in New York and several Art Fairs with Rx gallery in San Francisco. He currently lives and works in San Francisco and New York.

Traynor’s photographs have been exhibited in Medellin, Paris, Santa Fe, New York, San Diego, Denver, and San Francisco. His work has been featured in many publications including: Chicago Tribune, New York magazine, Men’s Fitness, SF Guardian, URB magazine, Merge magazine (Sweden), Lodown magazine (Germany), and Kerb Journal (Australia). His work is part of several collections; including Swinerton and Pfizer. He has also been recognized in competitions; including “industrial photographer of the year” at the 1st International Photography Awards, & Honorable mention at the International Adobe Photoshop competition.

I Shoot People opens June 20th at Tradition, and will feature over 200 photographs!

ODDS & ENDS MAY 8TH AT TRADITION

2009-05-04T17:15:00.000-07:00

Tradition is pleased to announce our upcoming art exhibit called "Odds & Ends" Friday May 8th. "Odds & Ends" showcases a collection of work from a very talented group of artists including: Derek Albeck, David Browne, Dethkills, Justin Fry, Jawn, Augustine Kofie, Annie Madison, Eye One, Peabe, Justin Reed, Ralph Silerio, Quincy Sutton, Chase Tafoya, Jason Youth, and Marco Zamora.
Please join us for the opening reception Friday May 8th from 7 to 11.
A handful of these artist have exhibited their work at Tradition in the past, and I will be posting artist profiles on a few of the artist that have not yet shown at Tradition.
We will also have gift bags and giveaways courtesy of the folks at the Lovewright Company.

TRADITION X NEW ERA "JORDAN" PACK

2009-04-29T08:36:00.000-07:00

"ODD AND ENDS" MAY 8TH AT TRADITION

2009-04-26T16:44:00.000-07:00

EYEONE & PATRICK MARTINEZ: NEW WORKS

2009-02-17T18:08:00.000-08:00

Eyeone and Patrick Martinez will unveil a new collection of works Saturday, March 21st at Tradition.
The two-man show will run from March 21st- April 19, 2009 and showcase Eyeone’s clean, limited color work alongside Martinez’s more colorful and bubbly figurative paintings rooted in strong social commentary. Come out and see the pair’s amazing work during a reception from 7-10pm Saturday, March 21st, 2009.
More info on Martinez at www.patrickmartinez.com
More on Eyeone at www.eyelost.com

TRADITION & SOUL ASSASSINS PRESENT: THE TAKEOVER

2009-01-25T15:34:00.001-08:00

We told you we had some tricks up our sleeve for our event on February 7th, and we weren't lying... Tradition and Soul Assassins present The Takeover. We enlisted the entire SA family for this event, and we will have DJ sets from DJ Muggs and Mr. Choc, as well as performances from Sick Jacken (Psycho Realm), Self Scientific, Strong Arm Steady, Young De, as well as some very special guests. We will also be releasing our limited edition Soul Assassins collaboration tee, hosting a Soul Assassins pop-up shop, and having the opening reception of Chase Tafoya's "Face 2 Face" artshow. This event happens to coincide with our 2 year anniversary as well, so expect some big things and some surprises!

TRADITION X NEW ERA "L.A. PACK"

2009-01-22T09:23:00.001-08:00

FACE 2 FACE

2009-01-21T13:39:00.000-08:00

Our next artshow is called "Face 2 Face," and it features the artwork of Chase Tafoya. This show is in conjunction with Soul Assassins, and we have big plans for this event! Expect big things from Chase in '09, because his large scale portraits are just amazing! Be sure to Join us on Feb. 7th for the opening reception of this show.

TRADITION X NEW ERA

2008-12-12T09:42:00.001-08:00

AKOMPLICE SEASON 9 RELEASE PARTY!

2008-11-18T14:08:00.001-08:00

Tradition is hosting the Akomplice Season 9 release party this Saturday, November 22nd. We pulled out the big guns for this event, and aside from an Akomplice pop-up shop, drinks, and a DJ, we enlisted Raekwon, legendary member of the Wu-Tang Clan to do a special performance! To make things even crazier we will be releasing a limited Raekwon X Tradition X Akomplice tee the day of the event, with a super limited colorway available only that night! Capacity is limited, and early arrival is suggested. Be sure to RSVP to info@shoptradition.com.

ON DECK - NOVEMBER 22ND

2008-11-05T11:23:00.000-08:00

We've got some big plans for November 22nd! Our newest artshow is called "On Deck", and it features art on skateboards by some of the top names in the L.A. graffiti scene. But that's only a small sliver of what's planned for the night. We are also hosting the Akomplice season 9 release party and celebrating the opening of the Akomplice pop up shop at Tradition! This will be like no other party at Tradition, so stayed tuned for more details!