Nike 6.0 Presents: The Pool

For those reading this, this isn't a swimming post as such, it actually covers one of Nike's latest stunts in London. The sports giant recently transformed a soon to be demolished local swimming pool in Dagenham, into a crazy BMX park that brought in riders from around the world. The procedure of draining the pool and transforming it into the park took just under two weeks, before 40 international riders descended to show what they were made of in a team battle. I'm not a bmxer but some of the tricks shown in the video below are breathtaking, particularly towards the end...with the very last trick leaving me in awe. I saw numerous photos of the event beforehand, however Nike have now released the 'full story' video which you can check out below. A great project from Nike makes for some great viewing, even if you aren't a biker.

Danger Mouse & Daniele Luppi - Rome

Having worked with Cee-Lo Green as one half of Gnarls Barkley, produced for the Black Keys, Danger Doom, and Beck, amongst others, Danger Mouse's latest project sees him team up with Italian composer Daniele Luppi for Rome. The project, which has taken over five years to finish, brings together the sounds of the 60s and 70s italian cinema scores, while bringing a modern appeal with the beautiful vocals of Norah Jones and Jack White.

The above teaser did the rounds towards the end of March, giving fans a glimpse into the project, with the collaborators discussing the project in more detail. The album itself has a release date of May 16th, however the nice guys over at NPR have made the full streaming available until the album is released, so check it out below. Personally, I think it's a masterpiece, and while it might not be for everyone, it underlines the talents of Danger Mouse as he brings another sterling project to life.

Lamborghini Aventador

With an increasing number of supercars available, luxury motor brands need to do something a little different to stand-out from the crowd, or just to woo supercar fanatics like myself. The latest effort comes from Lamborghini who have just released a stunning three minute short to showcase their new car, the Aventador. The 700bhp car takes it's name from Spanish bull legend Aventador, while the video sees the Lambo fighting the forces of nature in a special effect thunderstorm shot in the Californian desert Coyote Dry Lakebed. Directed by Ole Peters, you can watch the video below.