Nike Air Force 1 Lucha Libre Edition-Part of the Wrestling Pack releasing October 2006.  The Lucha Libre Air Force Ones were designed by Xghetto666 from the group of artists known as team the Da-Flow, talent from Mexico City.

The shoe is inspired by one of the greatest Luchadores of all times… Dos Caras.  Family of Mil Mascaras and Sicodelico, some of the greatest luchadors in the world.  Dos Caras, the artist says, represents the duality of life, being good and bad (Tecnico or Rudo) life and death, man and woman, day and night, the power of having the possibility to have 2 personalities at the same time, having the liberty to fly like an eagle controlling the skies and the land, hence the Nahuatl Aztec symbols of the eagle warrior.

Open the luchadoor! Express your keys the LUCHA way.  These heavy-duty vinyl Lucha Libre keycaps give your keys the fighting chance they need to unlock!  The mascaras (masks) depicted in these images are very reminiscent of Blue Demon and Solar.  I doubt that’d be comfortable hanging around in keyring your pocket but rather IN the ring!  Previously available at Urban Outfitters, now available at Hot Topic and Amazon.

Just in time for tonight, here are the Semi Final Pics from LuchamaniaUSA.  More coming soon!

San Antonio based musician Ernest Gonzales music is dreamy, sensitive, and lets face it, kinda hipsterish and girlie (not that there is anything wrong with that, some of the staff here at Lucha Lords are pseudo hipsters and pseudo girls). His album, “Been Meaning to Tell You”, emotional beats are very cinematic and for lack of flowery speech, is really-really-good.  But, to the Lucha Lords, the most interesting thing about Ernest Gonzales is the fact that his music has two identities.

In true Lucha Libe spirit, Ernest Gonzales invented Mexicans with Guns.  Seen below wearing a Mistico mask,
Ernest spins some of the craziest music one can hear.  The contrast between his music stylings is the equivalent to having a boss/day-job during the week and on the weekends putting on a mask getting in the ring and unleashing your true inner-self.   In a recent LA Times interview he said, “I started to really crave making some hard, uptempo, aggressive beats”.  Well he did, and in true Lucha Libre fashion, mask and all.

To read “Mexicans with Guns” LA Times interview click on the image below.

The acculturation of Lucha Libre into American society continues.  The new trailer from Robert Rodriguez’s new film, Machete features some sort of luchador-bad-guy (technically a rudo).  At this time we know very little about this mysterious “lucha assassin”.  All we can tell is that he is wearing a Dr Wagner Jr. mask and that he is getting his ass kicked by Jessica Alba and her red high heel shoes.  When we find out more we will let you know.  In the mean time, check out these screen shots form the movie trailer.  Click on them and they will expand.

On July 31st 2010, the Lucha Lords made a special appearance at the Inner-City Arts “Summer on 7th” fundraiser in downtown Los Angeles.  Inner-City Arts is a non-profit organization that reaches out to kids in some of the less fortunate areas of Los Angeles and gives them the opportunity to succeed academically and personally through music, the arts, and technology.

At Lucha Lords, we strive to combine Lucha Libre into every facet of art & culture; so for this event we called up our good friends at APHIDoIDEA for a helping hand and they came up with a “Interactive Lucha Exhibit”.  The exhibit was a mixture of architecture, video, and direct interaction with authentic L.A. luchadores.

We would like to thank everyone at Inner-City Arts for the great time we had at Summer on 7th.  The Lucha Lords and the designers at APHIDoIDEA had a blast.   We can’t wait till next year.

Check out the galleries below to see pics from the event.

Click on the above image to check out the “Summer on 7th Photo Booth album”.

Click on the above image to check out the “Summer on 7th Party like a Lucha Lord album”.

Click on the above image to check out the “Summer on 7th Interactive Lucha Exhibit album”.

Inner-City Arts is an awesome organization that does tremendous work for the youth of Los Angeles.  If you would like to donate to their cause click here.

If you would like to save some money, click on the image above and buy your tickets online.

El Hijo de Santo is a cultural icon and a super-hero to millions around the world. This Friday August 13, 2010 is your chance to witness the Legendary Luchador up close and personal.

After taking the city of angels by storm at Pico-Rivera last month, El Hijo de Santo is back with a surprise impromptu-encore performance for his loyal fans. If you have never been to a lucha libre show, this is the perfect opportunity to experience authentic mexican wrestling the way it is meant to; fun and in your face. Tickets for the surprise show are 25 dollars at the door and 20 bucks if you buy them on-line. A good deal considering you will be in the thick of the lucha libre action all night long. Kids tickets are $15 at the door m $10 on-line.

In addition to featuring El Hijo de Santo, the show will showcase some of the best underground lucha libre superstars at one of the best local venues. Chavas Cafe is not only the premier location for underground authentic Lucha Libre in one of the trendiest neighborhoods in Los Angeles, but it offers some of the coldest beers and tastiest tacos around. So whether your a new fan or seasoned pro, this Friday the 13th encounter lucha libre in the style that it is intended to. You just might surprise yourself.

For more information on the “Surprise El Santo Show” call Rocky at (626) 484-9435.

Rafael Pantoja better known as “Frank Mysterio” is one of the top toy customizers around.
Like most people with a passion for lucha libre he leads two lives. By day he is a designer for one of Mexico’s City biggest design studios, and by night he is a artist specializing in pimping out DIY toys. Through his work Frank Mysterio is able to share a bit of Mexican art and culture with the world. He is known for his strong work ethic, attention to detail, and for his visually exciting creations. His work is inspired by his love for lucha libre the sport and the comic.

Click on the images below to get a better look at Frank Mysterio customized toys & blog.

Stencil graffiti artist Peat Wollaeger sprays up his room at the Hotel Des Arts in San Francisco. This video is from his series Casa Del Luchador. Peat Wollaeger’s luchador and other graphic work has been embraced by skateboarders, graffiti artists, and art lovers world wide. His work is shown in art galleries around the country and is a shining example of lucha libre in American Art & Pop Culture. Check out his blog stensoul to learn more about Peat’s whereabouts.

The Young Lions Cup is a prestigious title contested once a year at CHIKARA in Philadelphia. The tournament is only open to wrestlers under the age of 25 and is veritable who’s who of rising luchadors and wrestling stars around the world. We are proud to announce that underground lucha libre phenomenon Sindarin has chosen to represent Lucha Lords at this tournament. On August 24th 2010 Sindarin will demonstrate to the world why Los Angeles is the new home of Lucha Libre .

Sindarin, we are tremendously proud and humbled to by your representation. We wish you the best of luck and we know you will come back an even bigger champion.

Click on image to view Sindarin’s profile.