On The Daily Chicago

Happy Holidays...

2011-12-12T09:28:00.000-08:00

Hope y'all been good...

Been Busy...

2011-12-08T17:20:00.000-08:00

What up everyone!? Hope y'all been good!

Getting back to it! Happy holidays to you and yours...

Something's Cookin'

2011-08-21T15:06:00.000-07:00

We're on the lookout and so should you!

Be Social

2011-03-30T10:06:00.000-07:00

Keeping up with On The Daily...

Stay up y'all!

Happy St. Pat's!

2011-03-17T13:18:00.001-07:00

Happy Birthday MJ!

2011-02-17T12:27:00.000-08:00

It's not often you're blessed with greatness. We here in Chicago are lucky enough to be able to claim one of the greatest NBA Championship series, the shoe that started the whole sneaker-collecting phenomenon, the GREATEST OF ALL TIME, his Royal Airness, Michael Jordan.

We're proud to share him with the world.

Happy Birthday Mike and thank you for being you.

-OTD

Love Is In The Air

2011-02-12T19:45:00.000-08:00

Just a little Valentines Sneaker Love screensaver we cooked up for y'all.

And you can rock it all year round!

Eating Is Overrated

2011-02-10T08:24:00.000-08:00

You know you've done something similar at least once.

Happy Holidays!

2010-12-26T04:18:00.001-08:00

Have a safe and merry holiday season.

Bridgeport Blues

2010-11-18T23:46:00.000-08:00

Based on a true story.

*Thanks to Christian M. for the story.

Halloween Goodies pt4

2010-10-30T10:16:00.001-07:00

And last, but not least...

FRANKENTINO!

Halloween Goodies pt3

2010-10-29T12:42:00.001-07:00

The DEREWOLF!

Halloween Goodies pt2

2010-10-28T10:27:00.000-07:00

DRACAZUKI!

Halloween Goodies

2010-10-27T13:20:00.000-07:00

The fellas are dressing up for some Halloween madness this weekend, check them out!

First up:

The MUKEY!

We're posting one a day ending on Saturday.

Stay tuned!

Holey Socks!

2010-10-04T12:48:00.000-07:00

You know you have some holey socks too.
This story was submitted by a friend that shall remain nameless. ;p

If you have an interesting or funny story you'd like to share with us and the world, submit it to us and we'll try to draw it up!
Send your story ideas here: onthedailychi@gmail.com
Thanks and enjoy.

Sneak & Eat 2010

2010-09-16T14:50:00.000-07:00

THIS SUNDAY SEPT. 19th 2010!

For the first time ever, all the heavy hitters of our culture is throwing an event to give back to you - our valued consumers. The all star line-up includes AKIN, Succeezz, PHLI, Leaders, Jugrnaut, Savior Sol, Modern Notoriety, Nike, Red Bull, Remy, Blackberry, Verizon, Game Stop and Kinema Group.

Each shop has a limited number of invites. Well, we invite you to come join us at this LEGENDARY event. The event is invite only - don't snooze on this one folks.

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Sunday Sept 19th
Little Black Pearl
1060 E. 47th St.

All Ages
2pm to 5pm

For the grown folks (21+)
6pm to 10 pm

On the 1s and 2s:

DJ BWS
DJ Work
Vic Lloyd
DJ Earn Money
Stefan Ponce

Featuring art by Christophe Roberts

Live painting by "Slang" Tyrue Jones

Performances by The Odd Couple, Black O, Vic Mensa, and Rocky Fresh

For you sneaker heads, we have the Chicago Sneaker Summit - The Ultimate Sneaker Swap. Come buy, sell, and trade HEAT!!!

Introducing: Ol' Skoo'

2010-09-07T21:12:00.000-07:00

Everyone knows "that dude." You know, the 35- to 40-year-old guy who's always talkin' 'bout how good it was in the "old days." Ol' Skoo', On The Daily's latest character, was inspired by one such person we came across on the bus not too long ago.
There he was, rockin' out to some jams, when he struck up a conversation with some high schoolers on how today's rap music stacks up against that of his heyday. We're sure you've heard all those arguments before, but as one of the homies over at Jugrnaut put it once, "You know, we might complain that the new school is whack and they don't respect the old, but it's really our fault because we never took the time to show them the way, because we were too full of ourselves to see that they're the future of the movement."

What do you think?

We hope you enjoy Ol' Skoo' and his throwback throw-downs about music, movies, fashion and errthang else.

On The Daily Animated

2010-09-03T11:00:00.000-07:00

A while back some friends from the Bay Area's MYX Channel did us the favor of animating our Watch Ya' Step episode! We're digging it hope you do too!

You can also view it here:
http://vimeo.com/14626818
Or here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y2bFKZSiCiE

Ironmans

2010-08-27T13:25:00.000-07:00

Earlier this year, there were rumors about a pair of Ironman Dunks reported to be released around the time of the "Ironman 2" movie. While Diversitile.com had us geeked over what could be, the rumors were never confirmed nor dispelled.
We had this strip idea back then, but due to our short hiatus, we never released it. Until now. Enjoy.

We at On The Daily also want to take the time to thank everyone who has become a fan on Facebook (and beyond!) and supported us in anyway. These strips are made from love of the culture and, contrary to any beliefs, we are not getting paid. It's not easy, but we try our hardest to deliver the funny with every strip and we truly appreciate all your feedback. Thanks.

Peace!

Heat

2010-08-12T11:04:00.001-07:00

Try to stay cool y'all!

How do you beat the heat?
Here's 15 ways to fight the scorch and be safe.

Postman's Oath

2010-05-20T13:24:00.000-07:00

Sup y'all! It's been a while we know, but we've been working hard on a few things that will hopefully turn into great things for us, O.T.D. and in the end, YOU!

As a salute to those of you who take collecting seriously, we thought it would be fun to do something with the Postman's Oath:

"NEITHER SNOW, NOR RAIN, NOR HEAT, NOR GLOOM OF
NIGHT STAYS THESE COURIERS FROM THE SWIFT
COMPLETION OF THEIR APPOINTED ROUNDS."

Here's our take.

Peace!

4/20's

2010-04-20T08:30:00.000-07:00

Oh man....things have been craaazy...it's like...dang...you know?
Aw man...what was i gonna say...?.... wow.
???!....U hear that?......
So yeah.....
Dang. Nevermind. LOL

(((@_@)))

Happy 4/20 y'all!

BTW, the Nike Dunk Hi SB 'Skunks' were released today, go cop!

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Today the world is a little bit lonelier with the passing of two pivotal players in their respective fields.
Guru of Gang Starr
&
Carl Macek
Rest In Peace.

Silvers

2010-03-29T18:53:00.000-07:00

Someone told us of a recent outing they had. The new All White, Silver Anniversary Retro Jordan 3's just came out, he copped and proceeded to rock them that night. Needless to say, they garnished plenty of views and a couple hits from the birds at the bar.
Love 'em or not, all whites get mad looks.
peace.

DA Inner Sound Y'all

2010-03-29T18:28:00.000-07:00

Twenty years ago the rap group known as De La Soul released their debut album entitled "3 feet High and Rising" and turned the Hip-Hop world on its ear.
In 2006 they teamed up with Nike to create their own SB Dunk. It was an instant classic and sneakerheads everywhere gobbled it up!
We're showing our love for the trailblazing styles De La Soul has given us and their unique sneak' we sport on our feet.

Peace!

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Also, check out Chicago's Myong Kurily's rendition of the dynamic trio in collectible vinyl toy form available at Rotofugi.
STRAIGHT DOPE.

Just Another Day

2010-03-19T13:44:00.000-07:00

Howdy everyone!
This weeks episode is taking a closer look at the sneaker world from another point of view. Every pair of kicks has their own personality, take care of them and they will do their best to keep your feet happy.
Here we find some of the OTD guys and a mutual friend meeting up to get a bite to eat. What happens when their new kicks meet up for the first time?

I'm sure we all know someone who's ventured into the realm of the 'other side'. We're not judging, 'to each their own' we always say.

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As a bonus, we'll be giving one free print of any OTD comic strip to the first 3 people to name all four shoes in the strip!

Send your answers to info@onthedailychi.com along with your name and mailing address. We'll post the winners to this blog and the Facebook fanpage when we get them. Good luck!

My Kind of Town

2010-03-10T13:43:00.001-08:00

We love our city. This weeks strip is dedicated to things unique to Chicago. With Chicago's 173rd birthday just last week, we had to. This one's for the GO!

We'll be doing more of these in the future along with other goodies for you to peep.
-OTD Team

*Thanks to the man Emenfuckos for the use of his Sears Tower pic.
Check out more of his flicks HERE.

Where Are You Yeezy?

2010-03-01T13:40:00.000-08:00

For this weeks installment we decided to use a story idea submission from a fellow sneakerhead. We had to take liberties with it due to length so we hope he likes it! Enjoy.

If you have a story you'd like us to consider for possible creation, send it to:
info@onthedailychi.com
We'll look it over and get back to you if we decide to use it.
Your story doesn't have to be about sneakers. It can be about any item you had to hunt, search, camp out or save up for, we know how it is.

Thanks,
-OTD Team.

Come and Get It!

2010-02-26T13:39:00.000-08:00

Peep this! Here's yet another reason to come to the OTD Release Party TONIGHT at Succezz: A limited-edition On The Daily Medallion. This exclusive acrylic medallion comes courtesy of Solo RM and Chicago's very own Mr. Tastees, and it'll go to one lucky attendee at tonight's party.

So come out and celebrate. We'll be here (and so will this handcrafted, unique piece).

Succezz
1329 South Michigan Avenue
9pm-1am
FREE
Drinks, music and giveaways galore!

Watch Ya' Step

2010-02-21T23:44:00.000-08:00

"Noooo! Not my OG AM90s!"

Dude was only stuntin' with his fave pair of Air Max 90s and look at what he gets.

What a way to go out, but who can blame the homie, am I right? Just goes to show; FOCUS, people. Watch where you're going and your kicks will have a nice, long life.
BIG ups to Stiz-illa on this one!

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Btw, in case you didn't know, we're having a release party for this here online comic this Friday, February 26, 2010. Come celebrate with us, the OTD TEAM, as we officially launch this thang!

Enjoy a night of music, refreshments, giveaways, and rubbing elbows with some of Chicago's most talented people, and learn about what we have in store for On The Daily in the future.

Stay True, Chicago!

Gettin' Grimey

2010-02-15T11:55:00.000-08:00

Everyone's been there or knows someone who's gone through a similar story.
It happens.
The important thing to remember is haters and the like will get dealt with eventually.
Just stay true to yourself.

Peace!

OTD Release Party

2010-02-14T08:54:00.000-08:00

It's about that time y'all!

We're having a Release Party for our On the Daily online comic!
So peep the flyer and details below.

"On the Daily Release Party"
SUCCEZZ
1329 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, Il. 60605-2601
(312) 431-1900‎
www.succezzthestore.com

For more info:
info@onthedailychi.com
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=321479300928

Chitown Stand Up!

One Shots

2010-02-10T17:22:00.000-08:00

What up party peeeoplllle....?

Today we have what we'll be calling OTD One Shots.
Which is just that; a single image depicting the OTD cast in their world doing their thing.
It's not a full comic, but it's a taste of more.

Peep it.

Can you spot all the homies we're pushing?

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We also want to thank everyone who has supported us in anyway. What we're doing started a while ago and means a lot to us. We want to rep' Chicago hard with this and we appreciate your help.

Thanks!

Peace,
-Solo

Get Off the Phone

2010-02-08T11:21:00.000-08:00

What up people?
Check out the new page.

This actually happened to someone we know. Well, not exactly.
Although both the salesperson and the customer were on their phones during the whole transaction, the customer tells us that he checked inside the box before he left the shoe store.
We thought it would be funnier to take some artistic license and add a different ending.
This ever happen to anyone else?

The Ladies

2010-02-05T09:45:00.001-08:00

Here's the first wave of OTD female characters.
And more are on the way...

-S

Drawing Steadily

2010-02-03T18:24:00.000-08:00

Feels weird to draw on paper again. I'm so used to doing everything on the computer nowadays.

Here's a pic...

-S.

Maxwell Street

2010-02-01T15:57:00.000-08:00

Sup people?

A couple of weeks ago I was driving near Roosevelt and 94 and decided to stop by Maxwell Street Market's new location, Roosevelt Road and Desplaines Street.

If you've never been to it, it's basically an outdoor flea market, complete with a few food vendors and all the bootleg merch you can handle. The market itself has a rich history steeped in blues music and, more recently, Polish hot dogs by way of Jim's Original.

Over the years the market has been moved around the UIC/"University Village" area a few times (the Market was originally located at the intersection of Maxwell Street and Halsted Avenue). Luckily, the spirit lives on.

I have to admit, I was sad the day the city decided to "rejuvenate" that area and move the vendors a few streets away. If you ever visited back in its heyday you would know what I mean.
Here's a photo of the market in the '50s.
I went there with my parents back in the early '80s so imagine that photo with people wearing tight jeans, L.A. Gears and tons of hairspray.

And here's the new strip...

Feel free to share any stories you may have of Maxwell Street Market, past or present. Peace.

HNY! and A quick taste of the comic...

2009-12-31T09:20:00.001-08:00

As we head into 2010 we look back at '09 with mixed feelings.

One the one hand it's really been hellish, but on the other side

we see a new beginning full of promise. Maybe that's with

every new year, but we feel really good about 2010 and hope,

things are going to be great for everyone. Keep on truckin'.

And with that...

Here's a sample as to the feel of the comic.

More to come...

Have a safe and happy New Year everyone!

Word.

1st Post!

2009-12-30T16:30:00.000-08:00

It's been a hectic few months but we thought it was about time we started posting stuff here.

First and foremost we have our first teaser video!

We reached out to the one and only Stizo! Custom sneaker guru,

graphic designer and video madman to make the teaser.

At only 48 seconds, he did a great job at showing people just

enough and to keep 'em guessing as to what exactly it was.

For a while there we received some good feedback and

inquiries as to "What the hell is it?".

So we had an impromptu interview where B.EASY, from the

mighty JUGRNAUT shop, asked Solo RM a few questions

about it and he spilled the beans.

***

We then put together some wallpapers with all the main

OTD characters as a Christmas gift to those who became

fans on Facebook.

DOWNLOAD them here:

MIKEY, DEREK , KAZUKI and TINO.

We've been having some great conversations with fellow

Chicago artists, writers, dj's, rappers, etc. and as we head

into 2010 we have to say; it's getting pretty exciting around here!

We hope to bring you a taste of the comic soon

(maybe tomorrow?). Stay tuned!

-The OTD CREW!