Summer Season is around the corner and there's a bunch of cool events that you may not have heard of yet. That’s why the sexy sockers at American Socks are here to introduce you to some incredible music and sports festivals around Europe you can't miss. 

Gather your friends to plan your journey and book a meeting with your boss! You’ll need lots of Days OFF this summer!

While reading, tune into this amazing Spotify Playlist with hits of a bunch of bands that will be the soundtrack to your festival. 

Obviously the American Socks team will be at all the mentioned events.

Chronological order: 

OUTDOORMIX FESTIVAL

The Outdoormix combines athletic and grassroots experiences, taking the competitive journey close to your perfect ride days. Excellent conditions, crazy outdoor party zones, and a very friendly atmosphere with people from all over Europe. You’ll experience a social exchange with eight action sport communities competing together throughout the four days.

Where: Embrun, France
When: 13-16 May
What’s going on: International Ride & Party Festival 
Line-up Highligts: Dirtyphonics & a bunch of athletes of extreme sports
How Much:

• 3 day pass: € 50

Tell me more:  http://www.outdoormixfestival.com/

LONGLIVE ROCKFEST

Beautiful French Village + International Bands + Small Sized Festival = Good Party!
Longlive Rockfest brings the best of the Punk-Rock and Metal scene at a really affordable price. Perfect for a fast 2 day escape.  

Where: Lyon, France
When: 09-11 June  
What’s going on: Metal, Hardcore & Punkrock Festival 
Line-up Highligts: Architects, Of Mice & Men, Pierce The Veil, Sleeping with Sirens, State Champs & many more!
How Much:

• Friday: € 32,80 (Adult)
• Saturday: € 32,80 (Adult)

• 2-days: € 52,80
  *More options on the website

Tell me more: http://longliverockfest.com/

IMAGIN EXTREME BARCELONA

 

Extreme Barcelona Sports Festival takes place in June 2016 and brings top class pro’s in Skateboard, BMX, Inline, Scooter, Street-Board and Longboard.
If you want to enjoy one the best rated European cities for alternative culture and hang out at the beach, this is your destination this summer.

Where: Barcelona, Spain
When: 16-17 Juny
What’s going on: Extreme sports competition 
Line-up Highligts: Best Riders, bikers & skaters from all over the world
How Much:

• Friday: € 12 (Adult) // € 6 (Children)

• Saturday: € 12 (Adult) // € 6 (Children)
• 2-days: € 20 (Adult) // € 10 (Children)
  *More options on the website

Tell me more: http://www.imaginextremebarcelona.com/
 

JERA ON AIR FESTIVAL

Jera On Air is a two-day alternative music festival in southern Netherlands. A full festival experience focused on Punk/Hardcore/Metal at the best price. Two live-music stages, a DJ-Stage, a chill-area, camping zone and hopefully good weather. Get ready for the 25th edition that promises to be a BLAST!

Where: Ysselsteyn, Netherlands
When: 22-24 June  
What’s going on: Metal, Hardcore & Punkrock Festival 
Line-up Highligts: Me First & The Gimmie Gimmies, Architects, Of Mice & Men, Suicidal tendencies, The Dillinger Espace Plan & More!

How Much:

• Friday: € 40
• Saturday: € 50

• Combi: € 60
  *More options on the website

Tell me more: https://www.jeraonair.nl/

RESURRECTION FESTIVAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Resurrection Fest is another music festival. It happens in Vivero a Spanish fisherman town that triplicates its population during 3 days. This festival, popularly known as "Resu", has been being celebrated annually since 2006 bringing the best of Punk, Rock and Hardcore. It already became one of the major Euro festivals in its genre. Last year, more than 80542 people attended the event with a socioeconomic impact of 10.2M euros in the region. Along its history, more than 380 bands have visited the place, like Iron Maiden, Korn, Motorhead, The Offspring, In Flames, Black Label Society, Megadeth, Slayer, NOFX, Lamb Of God, Volbeat, Refused, Testament, Five Finger Death Punch, Trivium, Down, Bad Religion and many more.

Where: Viveiro, Spain
When: 05-08 July
What’s going on: Metal, Punkrock & Hardcore Festival
Line-up Highligts: Rammstein, Rancid, Mastodon, Enter Shikari, Dropkick Murphys & More!

How Much:

• 3 day tickets: € 125
• 4 day tickets: € 133
  *More options on the website

Tell me more: www.resurrectionfest.com

NASS FESTIVAL

  

NASS is the UK’s leading professional action sport and music festival. Held in Bath and the West Showground, near Bristol, it is a jam-packed weekend. Featuring world class action sports competitions (Skate, BMX, Inline and FMX) along many must-see music performances. If 4 stages enough to make you dance?

Where: Near Bristol, UK
When: 06-09 July
What’s going on: Skate, BMX, Inline & FMX and Music Festival!
Line-up Highligts: Method Man & Redman, Pendulum, Kano, Sigma, Giggs, Wiley  & More!

How Much:

• Daily tickets: From 23£ to 49£
• Weekend + Camping: From 109£ to 149£
  *More options on the website

Tell me more: http://www.nassfestival.com/

 

PUNK ROCK HOLIDAY

In just 4 years, Punk Rock Holiday has become one of the most expected events in Europe to announce its lineup as tickets sell out in weeks due to massive demand.
Location is just AMAZING. Surrounded by mountains, you’re gonna camp next to the cleanest river in Europe and chill under the shade of the forest. The tasty selection of bands will cover your Punk dose but taking it easy while having the best vacation of your life. Unfortunately, all tickets sold out in 10 Hours. You need to be faster next time!

Where: Tolmin, Slovenia
When: 08-11 August   
What’s going on: 100% Riverside Punk, Rock, Hardcore Festival
Line-up Highligts: The Offspring, The Toy Dolls, Pennywise, Propagandhi, Ignite  
How Much:

• Friday: SOLD OUT
• Saturday: SOLD OUT
• 2-days: SOLD OUT 

Tell me more: www.punkrockholiday.com

BOARDMASTERS

Boardmasters Festival is an annual event held in Cornwall, United Kingdom, usually held over four days in mid-Alugust. The event is a combination of live music and surfing/skateboarding competitions in the town of Newquay. The festival heritage goes back to 1981 when it first started. You’re gonna dance with more than 40,000 souls.

Where: Cornualles, UK
When: 09-13 August
What’s going on: Live Music & Surfing/Skateboarding competitions
Line-up Highligts: Jamiroquai, Two Doors Cinema Club, The Vaccacines, Alt-j & More!

How Much:

• Daily tickets: From 49£ to 59£
• Weekend + Camping: From 129£ to 184£
  *More options on the website

Tell me more: http://www.boardmasters.co.uk/

TAUBERTAL FESTIVAL

In the heart of the Taubertal Valley, in the center of Germany, with the beautiful medieval town of “Rothenburg ob der Tauber” in the background, happens Taubertal Festival. This event is genuinely different from other open air events. Limited by it’s natural amphitheatre you’ll have the chance to taste some of the best german beers!

Where:  Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Alemania
When: 10-13 August
What’s going on: Amazing Rock & Punkrock bands in the valley of a medieval town!
Line-up Highligts: Biffy Clyro, Billy tallent, Rise Against, Anti-Flag, The Amity Affliction
How Much:

• Friday: € 61,50
• Saturday € 61,50
• Sunday: € 61,50

• 3-days: € 126
  *More options on the website

Tell me more: www.taubertal-festival.com

BAYFEST ITALY

Whether you want to relive your glory days as a skater punk of the '90s, or just want to have a super cool punk rock vacation, Italy's Bay Fest is the spot for you. Held right on the waterfront in the Emilia-Romagna region, Bayfest could not have a better venue for summer fun.

Where: Igea Marina, Emilia-Romagna, Italy
When: 13-14-15 August
What’s going on: Punkrock Festival 
Line-up Highligts: Bad Religion, Rise Against, Pennywise, Good Riddance, Anti-Flag & More!

How Much:

• Monday 13: € 23
• Tuesday 14: € 32,20

• Thursday 15: € 32,20
• 3 days: 72,50€
  *More options on the website

Tell me more:
https://www.facebook.com/BayFestSummer/

April is not summer yet…we know! But that’s our extra-festival!

EXTRA: GROEZROCK FESTIVAL

If you like punkrock, crowsurfings, stagedivings, headbangings and feeling like a teenage punkrocker anarchist this is your place every last week of April. This is the most historic punk rocker meeting in Europe!

Where: Meerhout, Belgium
When: 29-30 Abril
What’s going on: PunkRock, Hardcore & Metal Festival 
Line-up Highligts: Deftones, Parkwaydrive, Thrice, Anti-flag, Pennywise & many more

How Much:

• Combi: € 110 / 130

• Saturday: € 80 / 95
• Sunday: € 70 / 85
• Camping: € 15 / 20
  *More options on the website

Tell me more:  www.groezrock.be/

INTRODUCING: THE GROEZSOCK 2017

When April kicks in you know it's that time of the year. Days get longer, daylight gets warmer and you start planning your summer adventures with friends. Unfortunately, with many months to go, your festival craving can't wait that long....what can you do about it?

GROEZROCK FESTIVAL

Taking advantage of the Labour Day long weekend, Meerhout, a village located in Eastern Belgium, sees its population grow from 10.000 to 50.000. Rockers from all over the world gather to see live their favourite Punk, Hardcore and Metal acts while they enjoy a fantastic positive atmosphere on the fields where usually cows freely graze. This years lineup includes bands like Deftones, Parkway Drive, Thrice, Pennywise, Anti-Flag or Zebrahead...so the party is GUARANTEED!

American Socks has been a part of #Groezie since 2014. Last year we introduced the the Acoustic Stage, which, following the huge positive feedback is going to happen this year again. Same happens with the beloved collaboration...you want it, you get it!

With less than 30 days to go, you can PRE-ORDER online the official GROEZSOCK at a special Discounted Price. The Groez hero is here to protect your feet and ankles from any moshing warrior you find on the Back To Basics stage and to keep you warm during the coldest nights.

Choose from the following delivery methods:
- FESTIVAL PICKUP: You'll be able to retrieve it at our stand on the festival ground with an extra present. No shipping costs apply. 
- STANDARD DELIVERY: If you can't wait to get it, we can ship it straight to your door so you can have it before the festival. Extra present included 😉

A part of the sales will be donated to music related Non-Profit Organizations as we believe that music can change the world. 

GET YOUR GROEZSOCKS NOW!

Let's make socks great again!

Your favourite sock company.
AMERICAN SOCKS 🍍

Check out the blog featured by Grunge And Art. Retro striped socks and girls having fun by the pool.

As always the photographs by David Collier are extremely vivid and appear like snapshots capturing the moment without thinking too much about the result. This series is superb summery, showcases a cheerful atmosphere and was shot on 35mm film, Polaroid and there are some digital pictures as well.

 

“With the hottest summer on record with temperatures consistently over 35 degrees, our cast who live way too far from any ocean or beach decide to have their own backyard pool party. It starts off with Georgia and Bella just hanging at home and decide to call Chayde to see if she wants to meet up at the local store and grab a few snacks and drinks and head over to their backyard for some summer fun. They decide to blow up the tiny pool to cool off and of course in a very Aussie way and also have some fun with the garden hose. To me it shows a quintessential Aussie summer and as you can see our girls do have some fun.

I have worked with all 3 of my models before and knew they would be up for this and are all super down to earth and all look great on camera as the images show.”

– David

 

Photography: David Collier ☆ IG: @davidcollier

HMUA: Lauren Sina Hoddinott ☆ IG: @lauren_sina

Props & Styling: Stephanie Hayball

Assistant: Natalie Robinson

Models: Chayde Nettle, Georgia Coe & Bella Donovan

Wardrobe: Electric West, Volley AU & American Socks.

 

TOP 10 HOTTEST & HEAVIEST SPANISH BANDS YOU NEED IN YOUR LIFE

Spain: Paella, Sangria, sun, beach, chorizo… WAIT A MINUTE! There’s a lot more than all that stereotypes our beautiful country has. And if we talk about extreme music, you need to know that there's a bunch of stunning bands that will rock your ears off.

So please non-spanish friend… seat, relax and take note about some of the hottest and the heaviest spanish bands that you really need in your life.

Tip: We did a Spotify Playlist featuring some great hits of all the bands we’re gonna talk about (Metal, Hardcore, Deathcore, Metalcore, Thrash… Heavy stuff!)

 
In alphabetical order: 

Against the waves - Madrid (Melodic Metal / Hardcore / Electronic)

Against the waves is formed by 5 talented dudes from Madrid who have been fighting and working hard since 2008, becoming one of the most exciting spanish bands to discover. Their last album was recorded in USA with Joey Sturgis (Asking Alexandria, Of mice & Men…) it sounds huge enough to bring down a mountain, we personally love it!

Anthem: I’ve seen brighter days
Instagram // Facebook

Bellako - Mataró (Barcelona) -  (Hardcore/Metal)

Heavy music, gang vocals and marihuana are probably the daily stuff of this 5 crazy lads from Barcelona. They’ve been playing since 2010, touring around the country, bringing stages down and breaking necks. If you're into Hatebreed, Madball or Brujeria… roll a joint and enjoy! 

Anthem: Planta Madre + Humo
Instagram // Facebook

  

Blaze out - Barcelona (Metal/Thrash)

They are young, talented, and they’re becoming pretty popular in youtube. Their last single “Wrath Afire” reached more than a 1.500.000 views on Youtube and they've performed festivals like Resurrection in Viveiro. Be aware, this is not a one hit wonder, this is just the beginning of something huge! For Heavy-thrasher lovers!

Anthem: Wrath Afire
Instagram // Facebook

Brothers till we die -  Madrid (Hardcore/Metal)

Don’t let their angelical faces fool you! They are moshpit beasts, and their music will smash your face and crash your brain. Their live gigs are massive too. You don't want to miss their upcoming album “The Thin Line Between death and immortality". It's coming out this 2017.

Anthem: Back in the game
Instagram // Facebook

 

Cannibal grandpa - Madrid (Deathcore)

What kind of music would you expect from a band using a name like that?
They are the perfect BSO for big circle pits with your friends. If you play it at home loud enough you'll piss out your mom and grandparents! Worth a listen.

Anthem: Dear Diary                     
Intagram // Facebook

 

Crisix - Barcelona (Metal/Thrash)

 

Formed in a mid sized city, Igualada, they are one of the most international bands on the list. Bored of touring the Iberian Peninsula they aim for South-America where they have a very passionate following. They even made up a mixed concept for soccer and pogo dance.
These great metal motherfuckers are willing to conquer the world! Nothing is going to stop them.

Anthem: The great metal motherfucker
Instagram // Facebook

Dawn of the Maya - Pamplona (Metal/Hardcore)

The mayas tried to predict the end of the world…. but what they didn’t predict is this all star formation from Pamplona. Genius drumming plus mix of throat breaking vocals with melodic choruses, brings out a bunch of tunes you don't wanna miss. 
They have a new album out called “Colossal".

Anthem: Old statues
Instagram // Facebook

 

Hyde abbey - Barcelona (Deathcore)

Born by the European California, "El Maresme" we still don't understand what turned them into the darkest side of music. They are talented, have passion and they know how to bring out a decent breakdown. Their mentality is very open minded and they are a hell of a hard touring band. Thumbs up!

Anthem: Bake Kujira
Instagram // Facebook


 

Meltdown - Hernani (Basque Country) -  (Metal/Hardcore)

We love their name! (Enter shikari song! cool!) But the outstanding skill of writing music is what adds up most to this band. They are young and talented enough to perform some technical and electronic metal that you can't miss. We hope to see them soon in our city 😉

Anthem: Gears
Instagram // Facebook

Thirteen Bled Promises - Madrid  (Deathcore)

Imagine that one day humankind needs to open the gates of hell and collaborate with the devil to fight against an alien invasion. Sounds fun, right? Well, that's the storyline behind the last album “The Black Legend”. This crazy deathcore band from Madrid are willing to be abducted to perform the first ever live show in a UFO.

Anthem: Biblephagy Slender Phytobezoars
Instagram // Facebook

 

SPECIAL MENTION:

HAMLET - Madrid  (Metal)

Hamlet is one of those bands that have been out there since the late 80's but has been rearranging to be up to date with the newcomer metal fans. With several albums out they are already a legend of the spanish metal scene and almost all of their gigs go sold out. We're lucky enough to have them within the American Socks family 😍

 

Not Enough for you? Every music scene is very complex and we try to list some of the dozens of awesome bands we have out there. Your band might not be here so feel free to mail us your music and we'll give it a listen in the office.

Support & respect your locals. It's a long way to the top and every artist deserves a mention, a listen and a opportunity. 

Many bands didn't make it this time. That's why we will be releasing VOL.2 very very soon! 

Share it, rock it and enjoy it!

 

AMERICAN SOCKS TEAM

The Fashion Week was happening in Berlin and we couldn't miss BRIGHT TRADESHOW where the coolest brands gather to show their upcoming releases. The Accessories alley had it's personal oasis with tropical vibe: American Socks!

While doing some B2B business we got dancy with the rest of exhibitors with one of the most known Spanish music anthems: "La Macarena". Rad times.

Enjoy the aftervideo 😉

Video by Camille @ Brightday Media
Pictures by felipeminnicelli.com

 

 

1.Melody Fall. 

The guys from Turin have performed in several countries like Japan or China and after more than a decade, they are still burning fuel to release albums at an impressive level. The latest release is "The Scene" a good allegory to tourlife and their passion for music. 

2. Sunset Radio.

Straight from Ravenna the 5 piece just released their first album "Vices" a great kickstart that included performances with international bands like Our Last Night and a Euro Tour. They are part of the American Socks Team and yeah, make sure to watch them live. Brace yourselves, this is just the start.

Music: Sunset Radio - Surrounded
Facebook / Instagram

3. Vanilla Sky.

What can we say? This is the most international Italian Pop-Punk band! Popular by their covers the highlight of their career was the release of "Changes" an album that included a collaboration with Mark Hoppus! *Mindblown*. Success also came with international festivals and crowded tours. 
Now their core fanbase is based in Russia where the band has a huge following.

Music: Vanilla Sky - Ten Years
Facebook / Instagram

4. Why Everyone Left

If you're looking into poppy melodies and choruses with some real hardcore background, Why Everyone Left is your band. Their latest LP "Been Home Enough" gave them the chance to tour UK last June and open for some of the biggest mainstream bands in the Pop-Punk scene. They have many plans, one of them, conquer the world.

Music: Why Everyone Left - Do It Again
Facebook / Instagram

5. The Last Confidence

 

After some member changes in the last couple of years this guys from Cortenuova are paddling to get back on the top of the wave. Finest energetic Pop-Punk that stands loud for "Defend Stage Diving". They already played in many cities all over the Italian territory and now they are planning an European tour. We really hope they stop by the American Socks office to hang out and drink some beers!

Music: The Last Confidence - Temptations
Facebook / Instagram

6. Rising Over

 
These lads mix the best from two different worlds. The most intense Pop-Punk and some technical riffs from the Hardcore comeback. They released a xmas tune you should go and check out too. Good Job!

Music: Rising Over - Echoes
Facebook / Instagram

7. Well Planned Attack

This band was born in Padova 2012. Their ethos from the start was hard touring. And they did. Traveling through countries like Canada, Japan or even Russia, proving that italian music is worth a listen. We don't know their future plans, but gonna follow up their upgrowing trajectory.
If you're into bands like A Day To Remember, you'll love them!

Music: Well Planned Attack - Unbreakable
Facebook / Instagram

8. Summer of Hoaxes

 
We personally adore this band and it has been played in the office more than once because of the awesome vocals done by Phil. The choruses are so easy to singalong you won't get them out of your head. The band brings some real Pop-Punk influenced by the 90's into the scene and right now is recording a new EP to be released this 2017.

Music: Summer Of Hoaxes - Black Sheep 
Facebook / Instagram

9. Leftovers

Heavily influenced by Blink 182 this band is worth a mention as their music is easy listening and takes you straight to your high school days. Based in Rome, they managed to make themselves a place in the scene. They should improve their sock game, though. 😉

Music: Leftovers - Just Another Day
Facebook

10. Halflives

We wanted to include a female fronted band in this blog and Halflives are not only part of our team they also are a VERY talented band. They aim high and work like the best to release unbelieveable music videos and productions. Their alternative rock is made to be played in huge arenas. They're heading to Europe this 2017. Make sure to attend to any of their shows ❤️

Music: Halflives - Burn
Facebook / Instagram 

We surely forgot about a LOT of bands that's why please drop us an email or comment on our instagram so we can know more about you.

Also worth mentioning those bands that flattened the way for the youngest when the scene was smaller. Together, they made the difference with a lot of effort, hard work and perseverance. 

Sadly, some of them, are not playing together anymore.

4th&Goal (RIP)
Finley
Red Summer Tape (RIP)
Last Day Before Holiday (RIP)
Notimefor (RIP)

Calcetines de Arcoiris. Muestra tu Orgullo Gay! 

El clásico renacido de American Socks hace tributo a todo el colectivo LGBTI con los colores arcoiris, bandera que defiende la libertad de amor global y sin límites.  

Fabricados exclusivamente en Barcelona (España) nuestro producto cumple con todas las premisas de calidad y certificados medioambientales haciendo que nuestros calcetines tengan la menor huella ambiental posible. 

Con una suela acolchada y los puntos de roce reforzados, estos calcetines son prácticamente indestructibles. La construcción con alto porcentaje de algodón los hacen perfectos para practicar cualquier actividad.

Talla única y unisex para todas las medidas comprendidas entre el número 35 al 46. Envío 48 horas a toda la peninsula y 10 días a cualquier otro país. 
*American Socks forma parte de la ACEGAL, asociación de empresas gay friendly de Cataluña. 

IR A PRODUCTO 

 

Calcetines Altos Con 2 Rayas

American Socks son los calcetines altos con 2 rayas genuinos. Inspirados en los skaters americanos de los 70's, hemos re-diseñado y mejorado el clásico para resistir a absolutamente todo. 

Fabricados exclusivamente en Barcelona (España) nuestro producto cumple con todas las premisas de calidad y certificados medioambientales haciendo que nuestros calcetines tengan la menor huella ambiental posible. 

El concepto es sencillo: 3 alturas.
- Ultra High: Medias por encima de la Rodilla.
- Knee High: Calcetines por debajo de la Rodilla / Caña Alta / Rodilleros
- Mid High: Calcetines a media pierna / Media caña.

Con una suela acolchada y los puntos de roce reforzados, estos calcetines son prácticamente indestructibles. La construcción con alto porcentaje de algodón los hacen perfectos para practicar cualquier deporte de acción. 

Artistas como Travis Barker de Blink 182 o locos como Steve-O de los Jackass ya confían en los calcetines American Socks. A que esperas tu? 

Accede a la tienda online.

Have you ever been at the top of your city? Summer is long gone and daylight hours run short when sunset kicks in at 17PM. That 20 minutes of magic colors shining just in front of your eyes, is what we experienced with Enzo Iriarte.

Turn up your pants to show the All Time Original American Socks even when weather is not helping out.

Old School I - Mid High
Rosey Jones - Tattoo Boy - Signature Series

Enjoy!

TALES FROM THE CRYPT

Hanging out with the dead while listening to a Misfits album (The ones featuring Glen Danzing... Of course!) is what we did with Enzo Iriarte.

Facing the sea and guarded by strict vigilantes lays the scariest cemetery you've ever been: Barcelona Montjuïc Graveyard.  

After sunset the departed come back to life, but just before things got messy we had enough time to meet Harley Quinn (Steffie Hache) and some Skull guys (Juan García & Sergi Sánchez).

The undead came after us as we disturbed their rest and had to leave, but we'll be back to satisfy our interest in graveyards. 

 

Happy Halloween! 

Products: 
American Pride - Ultra High
Signature Series - Rosey Jones Tattoo Boy - Mid High
Old School I - Mid High

📷  Gustavo Terzaghi
👩🏼  Paula Malfaz / Veri Gislena

 

Halloween is around the corner and we're pretty sure you're still wondering what to wear. Don't stress out and plan ahead. We're here to help you out with some catchy ideas from this year's movie releases and pop culture. Ready? Let's dive into it.

 

1. Eleven @ Stranger Things

Dress up like Eleven! She is the main character in the Science Fiction series Stranger Things. Her super-powers are able to take action against the Demogorgon while trying to save Will from the Upside Down with her new friends. You can also eat some delicious Eggos while freaking everybody out!

Presale: Eleven Stranger Socks - Mid High (To be delivered before Oct 25th!)

 

2. Harley Quinn @ Suicide Squad

Be the Super-Villain! Dye your hair put up some Ultra High Socks while you walk around with a baseball bat. Match it with a "Daddy's Lil Monster" tee and you're ready to beat up Batman.

Ultra High Socks - 48hour delivery!  

 

We teamed up with the legendary Ska-Punkers from Gainesville, Less Than Jake to design a collaboration sock for their official merchandise: Mid High and logo all around.

Less Than Jake are one of those bands that started back in the 90's and today they are still alive and kicking while putting out albums like "Live from Astoria" (2016) or "See the Light" (2013).
This summer they've been performing and messing up on Warped Tour under the slogan of "Make Warped Tour Great Again. We had to make it happen!

Inspired by the rasta colors, we built a sock that's ready for the extreme touring the band is doing on a daily basis.
For those who are there for the skanking, the reinforced heel, toe and a cushioned sole will keep your feet safe.

Remember, the guys are back in Europe during the next weeks. Don't miss them...and get some socks at their merch table!

EUROPE TOUR 2016 
More info here

 

 

H&M just released a Bring Me The Horizon sweatshirt and the metalcore community has gone mad. The chain store purchased a license to the design, but question is: "Is it legit to extract a style from a sub-culture and pop it into the mainstream?"

This already happened with bands like The Who, Nirvana, The Ramones or Iron Maiden. The owner of the trademark and designs is free to sell licenses for production, something similar occurs with Football clubs, Star Wars and any Disney Movie. 

What happens when a trademark is more than a simple logo and represents a whole culture and lifestyle? People get angry. Not everybody agrees with the ethos of companies like H&M. Lately Thrasher Magazine owner talked about Rihanna or Justin Bieber wearing their t-shirts. (Read Here). "We don't want fucking clowns wearing our apparel"

People is dumb enough to buy and wear something they don't mean. The cool thing about being part of a not-mainstream culture is to relate a way of dressing with an alternative lifestyle, something real. 

Thousands of sweatshirts are going to be sold in H&M, and in the end no one will ever care. You'll walk by someone you think is into BMTH, but sadly is listening to Drake's latest album on spotify.

Would you buy merchandise in H&M?
Definitely No. But you can get some #AmericanSocks instead!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Here's the link to the H&M ONLINE SHOP

 

Groezrock Festival already announced the dates for the upcoming 2017 edition. The festival is happening on 29th and 30th of April and it's gonna gather the most gripping Punk/Hardcore acts and upcoming talents of the moment. American Socks is definitely going to be back with the #SockGame dressing your legs and keeping you warm during the cold festival nights. 😉

While the acoustic stage concept is shaping to bring international artists to perform live on Groezie, we have a special present, courtesy of Gretsch Guitars: An amazing signed Rancher Dreadnought. 

The band from Massachusetts, Four Year Strong, played at the American Socks acoustic stage to present the songs of their recently released self titled LP and signed a GRETSCH electro-acoustic guitar.
We're giving it away with 2 pairs of American Socks. Continue reading to learn how to enter the competition. Today may be your lucky day! 

 

Punk Rock Holiday is a festival that happens every year in Tolmin (Slovenia). 
This is the second timethe American Socks team attended this event. 

Check out the Aftervideo:

Calcetines Emo y Góticos: American Socks

American Socks son los calcetines emo y góticos con rayas genuinos. Inspirados en los skaters americanos de los 70's, hemos re-diseñado y mejorado el clásico para resistir a absolutamente todo. 

Fabricados exclusivamente en Barcelona (España) nuestro producto cumple con todas las premisas de calidad y certificados medioambientales haciendo que nuestros calcetines tengan la menor huella ambiental posible. 



El concepto es sencillo: 3 alturas.
- Ultra High: Medias por encima de la Rodilla.
- Knee High: Calcetines por debajo de la Rodilla / Caña Alta / Rodilleros
- Mid High: Calcetines a media pierna / Media caña.

Con una suela acolchada y los puntos de roce reforzados, estos calcetines son prácticamente indestructibles. La construcción con alto porcentaje de algodón los hacen perfectos para practicar cualquier deporte de acción. 



Artistas como Travis Barker de Blink 182 o locos como Steve-O de los Jackass ya confían en los calcetines American Socks. A que esperas tu? 

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El frío ha llegado sin avisar. A finales de Octubre estábamos todos disfrutando de unos placenteros 25 grados. Todos sabíamos que no iba a durar para siempre, pero nunca se está suficientemente mentalizado para afrontar la realidad.

Desde American Socks queremos que esta época del año sea lo más llevadera posible. Por eso, os presentamos las 3 Razones para Llevar Calcetines Altos durante este Otoño/Invierno. 

1. No Más Pies Congelados!

Siempre hemos querido que el riego sanguíneo de nuestras extremidades inferiores fuera un pelín más eficiente a lo que respecta mantener la temperatura corporal. Es incómodo. Por eso, son necesarios unos calcetines bien tupidos, sobretodo en la planta, donde más sufrimos. 

Cualquier producto de la gama American Socks tiene una densidad más alta de algodón que cualquier otro fabricante. Por eso, aseguramos que no vas a pasar frío nunca más! Tanto para salir a la calle como para estar por casa. 

 

2. Domingos de Peli y Manta👌🏻. 

Ahora más que nunca, es momento de disfrutar de esas largas tardes de domingo en el sofá, viendo alguna serie en Netflix o película. ¡No sin tu manta favorita! 
Nuestras recomendaciones? Stranger Things o la última temporada de Narcos.

Si eso lo acompañas con unos buenos calcetines, no vas a tener que jugar a "El Suelo es Lava" mientras intentas sortear las baldosas de la cocina para sacar las Palomitas del microondas. 😱

 

3. Tu Arma Secreta: Un complemento diferente. 🔫

En el caso de las chicas, las medias con calcetines son tu arma secreta para poder llevar ese short/falda que te gusta tanto cuando fuera hace un frío del demonio. Puedes aportar un poco de color con cualquiera de los Calcetines Altos que encontrarás en esta misma web. 

Quién dijo frío? 

  

 

 

45 years ago, Netflix didn't exist, cable TV neither and US youth was living in a constant informative bombing about the Cold War. Who wouldn't leave home and try to forget about all the madness in the world while cruising on a skateboard?

Curiously , the drought that hit California in the 1970s helped catalyze skateboard culture’s popularity. Swimming pools and drainage ditches lay empty and dry, allowing kids to carve them up with their skateboards, some of which were simply coarse wooden boards with wheels – a far cry from today’s laminated creations.

Youngsters would wear colorful Knee High Socks, something that stayed in the background of the whole culture until today. 

All shots by Hugh Holland. The Californian photographer shot when skateboarding was just on the cusp of coolness. He was lucky enough to be around and capture these amazing moments of youth with desks and socks!

Rainbow Socks, Show Your Pride! 

The All Time Originals are back with a tribute to the whole LGBT collective. The rainbow flag socks stand for boundless love and sexual diversity/freedom. Get them HERE.

Made locally in Barcelona, all of our products are made using the finest materials avoiding harmful substances for the environment. That's why American Socks are eco-friendly and vegan.

Designed for action these socks are perfect for your daily use with double padded step and cotton construction. Your feet will be thankful.

• One Size Fits All (From EU35 to EU46)
• Unisex
• Shipping Worldwide.