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[There is a video that cannot be displayed in this feed. Visit the blog entry to see the video.] For most of the population they know him as Jay-Z's tour DJ. But for cats like me who were into the battle DJ and scratch culture in the 90's he's a consistent member of the 5th Platoon crew (and one of the kings of mixtapes). Whatever the case, he's living it up. Check this little in depth video about his life and rise to fame.

Neon Gorilla presents A Day In The Life of DJ Neil Armstrong , the Official DJ of Jay-Z's Blueprint 3 Tour. The Neon Gorilla crew documented Neil during the tour's stop in Toronto, which was also the official release day of our Ransom by Adidas Footwear Collection. Take a look as he stops by the shop, the concert, afterparty, along with an interview. Ransom via Hypebeast

Despite my affinity for Nike's, I think it's Reebok that cemented my appreciation for sneakers. I got a pair of the Blacktop Pumps right before third grade and I was on top on the world. I don't know how I convinced my mom to get those at JC Pennys, but she did. About a week later I had to take them back because she saw on the news that several kids had been killed over them over where I caught the bus for school everyday. Because even though I didn't live in the hood per se, I lived close enough [...]

Last week, Neil and I discussed the topic of how he finds time to still do tapes while touring. In a nutshell, it's virtually impossible but I'll share some of the rest of it later. The main thing that I wanted to share then and now was I told him how someone had literally just sent me a link for Sweet Pt. 2 earlier in the day. Now, I've had it - both the mp3 and physical versions - for a while. Hell, we debuted the teaser (so you know I had the full [...]

In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of Reebok Pump Packer Shoes has commissioned the 5th Platoon's Vin Roc to produce a special mix for this occasion. Also on personal note Vin Roc has made this mix as a celebration of one of the NBA's best loved players from 80's. The Atlanta Hawks very own Dominique Wilkins aka "The Human Highlight Film". I put this mix together to commemorate his career and put together some tracks that were out during his time. Kind of like a soundtrack to his [...]

This Thursday Oct 8th in San Diego Armory Massive , NoSuckerDj's, Beat Junkies Sound, Flud Watches and U-31 will hosting a Roc Raida Tribute and Benefit event. The cover charge is only $5 and the first 20 people who donate more then $20 will receive a Roc Raida Tribute Shirt. All proceeds will go to Roc Raida's widow Tyeasha Williams and his 4 children. If you can't make it out to the show you can still donate to help Roc's widow & children by via paypal.com using the email address: ladietye (at) yahoo.com [...]

Now here's something special a Live mix by 5th Platoon 's Neil Armstrong. I'm sure many of you may know Neil as Jay Z's tour DJ. This mix was recorded a few weeks ago on Memorial Day Weekend at the Do Over in Los Angeles. Now experience the goodness of Neil Armstrong . Download: Neil Armstrong - Live At The Do-Over (Zshare 72 MB) Listen Online HERE [...]

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