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Checkout this exclusive interview we did with the up and coming group The Secret Handshake...

Where does the inspiration for your music come from?
Well, I’ve always really been into daft punk and 80s pop, so I would have to say a large part of it comes from there.

Do you plan on adding any members to your band?
Ummm, well, I have live musicians that play with me on tour, but as far as actual members, probably not. hahah i really enjoy the alone time I get when I write! Plus it makes things easier when there are decisions to be made, I don’t have to figure out what 4 other people need and want and then weigh that with my own needs and wants to come to 1 decision. I can react quickly and do what I feel works best for the project.

What is your musical background?
Well... I grew up listening to 80s metal (Iron Maiden/Judas Priest) and then 80's and 90s pop. So I would have to say... in a nutshell that my musical background is PRE TEEN CRAP. Hahaha as for bands, when I was 18 I was the drummer in a metal band and not too far after that, I started doing my own thing and here I am.

Do you write your own lyrics?
Yes, of course!! Actually, I don’t really write anything down at all… I just start singing what comes to mind at the time and go with it.

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CROOKS & CASTLES collaborating with Japanese streetwear heavyweights KNOW1EDGE, is releasing a dope all ceramic watch knwon as the J-Twizzy. The watch, modeled after Chanel's J-12, features gorgeous accents and two extremely limited colorways in both black and white. The White Watch is limited to 300 pieces worldwide while the Black Watch limited to just 200 pieces. These very highly anticipated watches will be available on Karmaloop.com later today. Expect them to sell out as soon as they go up - so do not snooze!

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The Ceramic Player, The Autmatic SR, and The Capital Automatic are just a few of our favorite new models for Nixon's holiday wrist-work. As always, Nixon has proven time in and time out that they can produce a ridiculously high quality watch that looks as good as it works. Limited quantities, but a great selection of styles are now up at Karmaloop.com - so definitely don't miss out on your favorite colorway.

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Major Threat and Klothing Liberation Project have teamed up to create the anticipated "Be Scared" Hoody. Features full out 3M print that looks crazy when the flash goes off on the camera. Scoop one up today because there are less than 100 in existence!

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Be sure to check it out if you are in the area...free giveaways, dope music, and much more! Don't let the snow get you down!

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The much anticipated Absurd x Goodfoot "Tale of Two Cities" Leather Varsity Jacket has finally dropped. Featuring accents reppin the two stompin' grounds of Absurd and Goodfoot, New York and Canada. This rare jacket is now available at Karmaloop.com. There are only a handful of these around in the world, and Karmaloop is the only place to scoop it up at online, so don't sleep!

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Big ups to the boys from Society who will be featuring their classic "Radiocide" tee on MTV's Run's House Thursday! Be sure to tune in! And be sure to checkout all their Men's and Women's gear only at Karmaloop.com

San Francisco's own, HUF, is back at it again with another season full of freshness. From M-65's to New Era's to Crewnecks to Five Panels...Huf has done it again! Check out more pictures after the jump.

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