Antonio Sureshot

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  • Antonio Alvendia

  • 86 / Male
  • Los Angeles | Tokyo, California, US
  • Last Login: 6/30/2009

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Interests

  • General



    I am constantly traveling and taking photos! I love to see new and different places! It opens your mind and gives you new ideas. Experiencing new things and meeting new people when you travel not only expands your horizons, but it broadens your options and opportunities in life. This being said, I've made it my mission to travel the world with my friends, so I can take cool photos of all the interesting stuff I get to see and experience.

    The places I'm most in love with are TOKYO, SAN FRANCISCO, and HONOLULU. I do love being in Hollywood, Miami South Beach, Vancouver, Chicago, and Athens Greece, but Japan, Hawaii and SF are my heart.

    I love cars. I have a collection of classic Japanese cars and racing memorabilia from all over the world. People think I'm crazy because I'm absolutely convinced that the rare nostalgic Japanese musclecars in my collection (my AE86s and TE27s) are cooler than the brand new cars they've built up. I have hella cars... 7 vintage Toyotas in the collection, and a Lexus LS for daily rockin. Life is too short to drive a car that sucks. Enjoy life with your favorite car!

    I love the fact that I have a good group of really close friends. Most of my best friends are very determined and entrepreneurial in nature. I respect that in people, because I'm like that too. If I really want to do something, I don't take no for an answer.

    I am very loyal to my friends. Trust and loyalty are a big thing to me. I dislike two-faced or fake people. I do not have room in my life for them.

    I HATE WASTING TIME! You can always earn back lost money, but you can never regain lost time... Wordup.

  • Music

    I am all about listening to good music. The music you listen to is the soundtrack to your life. So listen to quality music! No doubt.

    Listen To KERO ONE!
    Plug Label Fam is keeping hiphop alive in the Bay Area!

    I'm usually boppin my head to:
    HIP HOP JOINTS: Mos Def, The Roots, De La Soul, Nas (Illmatic), Niamaj, Johnson and Jonson (Clockwork), K-os, Gangstarr, Common Sense, Atmosphere, Eyedea, Biggie, Bootcamp Clik, Show & AG, Jeru...

    FUNK & SOUL JOINTS: Rick James, Bobby Caldwell, old school Michael Jackson, Roy Ayers, Sade, Goapele, Jaguar Wright, Jill Scott, Bobby Caldwell, Isaac Hayes, Stevie Wonder, James Brown, Keni Burke, Gap Band, Mary Jane Girls, Marlena Shaw, Destruments...

    REGGAE: Bob Marley, Barrington Levy, Gregory Isaacs, Sister Nancy, Junior Reid, Cutty Ranks, Mighty Crown...

    BOSSANOVA: Antonio Carlos Jobim, Stan Getz, Astrud Gilberto...

    70s/80s BREAKS & SOUL mixtapes and CDs from DJ Paul Nice, Vinroc, Kero One, King Most, DJ Muro, Shortkut, Mitsu the Beats, DJ Kon and Amir, Bobbito & Spinna, Drez, DJ A1, Analog, Concise and others... and misc other stuff like Ozomatli and Santana... but damn. I love 80s and 90s hiphop.

  • Movies

    Watch SPIKE TV to see me and my friends on the "Birth of Pro Street" documentary film about illegal street racers who graduated to a career in professional motorsports!

    This visually striking film was sponsored by Electronic Arts (EA Games) to promote their new Need for Speed PRO STREET game, so the producer, director, and cinematographers were all top notch!

    Our documentary film has been aired on cable TV networks all over the world. I am so honored that EA Games chose ME to work as a consultant on this project!




    Other than that, some of my favorite movies include Superbad, Hitch, Click, The Pursuit of Happyness, Swingers, Wedding Crashers, Boiler Room, Last Samurai, Gone In 60 Seconds, Brown Sugar, Happy Gilmore, Eddie Murphy RAW, Godfather, Empire, Blow, Scarface, Carlito's Way, City of God, Lords of Dogtown.

    And Fast & Furious 3: Tokyo Drift because NBC Universal hired me to shoot the drifting/car action sequences in the film. =)

  • Television

    Antonio Sureshot on ABC NEWS?!??
    Click on this link to check out the interview featuring me talking about DRIFTING on ABC NEWS NOW! Don't be alarmed by my nonstop rapid eye blinking and ridiculous overuse of the word "absolutely," haha! Don't worry, I was NOT drugged out or anything! I was trippin cause I drank 2 huge cans of Rockstar juice right before the interview, and it got me all shook n stuff! Embarrassing, I know, but it's the truth! LOL



    Also check out the REDLINE TV episode featuring me, my book, and my photography on SPEED CHANNEL!

    To be honest, I don't waste much time watching TV... but I like shows like The Apprentice, BBC's Japanorama, Travel Channel's No Reservations, BBC Top Gear, Fastlane (G4TV), Chapelle's Show, Punk'd & Ya Mama on MTV, Cedric The Entertainer Show, Wild on E, and Travel shows!



  • Books

    During the last few years, my life has been dedicated to traveling and shooting photos of drifting. Drifting has changed my life. I've put all my effort and my whole heart into this project, and it means a lot to me.

    ..
    Drifting Book
    DRIFTING

    by Antonio Alvendia of Cipher Garage. ..
    The First Book of DRIFTING in America!

    GET IT NOW at www.DRIFTINGBOOK.com!..
    Also available at all major book retailers worldwide.
    ..
    Experience the captivating world of Drifting, from Japan to the West Coast to its emergence as the hottest new international action sport.
    Professional photographer and drifting authority Antonio Alvendia gives you the inside scoop on the people, teams, techniques, and culture that have made Drifting the ultimate youth automotive phenomenon.


    SHOW YOUR SUPPORT OF DRIFTING!
    Help us spread the word to other drifting enthusiasts by adding "DRIFTING Book by Antonio Alvendia" to your "Favorite Books" section of your MySpace page! Just copy the code below and paste it into your profile!

    .. Other than that, I mainly read photography and business magazines...

  • Heroes

    I admire those who have come from humble beginnings and made something of themselves.

    Making something out of nothing.
    That's real talent.

Details

  • Status: Single
  • Here for: Networking, Friends
  • Hometown: Bay Area
  • Orientation: Straight
  • Body type: 6' 1" / More to love!
  • Ethnicity: Pacific Islander
  • Religion: Catholic
  • Zodiac Sign: Pisces
  • Children: Someday
  • Occupation: Author, Photographer, Media/Marketing Consultant

Networking

  • EA's Birth of Pro Street documentary film (SpikeTV), RedlineTV and XDL Show (Speed Channel), Money Matters (ABC), Fashion ICONS Show Hollywood! Drift Showoff Series, GT Live's JGTC USA, Motoring J Style.

  • President of Cipher Media Group. Editorial& commercial photography, brand management, and international consulting. Focused expertise in youth automotive market, music, fashion and DRIFTING!

  • Clients include: EA Games, NBC Universal, ABC, ESPN, MTV, FHM, SpikeTV, Nissan North America, Daimler Chrysler, General Motors, G4 Television, Super Street, Modified Magazine, 0-60, Rides, C16, GRM, and International clients- Livedoor, Daytona Magazi

Companies

  • CIPHER MEDIA GROUP

    • "CMG Everywhere.", LosAngeles>Miami>Tokyo US
    • President
    Since 2003
  • CIPHER GARAGE

    • Live The 86 Life!, LosAngeles>>SanFrancisco>>Tokyo JP
    • Founder

    Since 1994

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About me:

I love DRIFTING! I even wrote a book about it.
www.DRIFTINGBOOK.com

I'm a frequent buyer of Japanese magazines that I can't read, an entrepreneur chasing my dreams, cool luggage having experienced traveler, professional collector of rare steering wheels, fresh Kangols, fly kicks, and Japanese automobilia. Low budget philosopher, loyal friend, addicted to text messaging and cellphones, hater of rush hour traffic and fake people, lover of waterfront big cities (I <3 Tokyo, SF & Honolulu), fast driver and a great-taste-but-low-price restaurant enthusiast who can't stop bopping his head when funky 70s soul, reggae, bossa, 80s/90s hip hop and other good quality music is playing.

I believe in living life to the fullest, and every day as if it were your last. I have a different outlook on life. I went into business for myself and made the necessary changes so that I could build a career around something I was passionate about. Of course it is difficult at times, but nothing worthwhile comes without a struggle.

Chase your dreams NOW! Seize the moment. And never stop pushing forward.

Basically...Don't waste any opportunities to do something that drives you. That's what life is all about.

Word to that. ..



Who I'd like to meet:

Old friends, new friends, people who can inspire me or help me achieve my goals... People who are sincere, motivated, and have passion for what they're doing. If you don't have that, you missed the whole point.



Check out some of my LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHY on the slideshow below!





Some people might recognize my AUTOMOTIVE PHOTOGRAPHY work. My photography has been printed in media outlets all over the world - they have appeared in print magazines (in several different languages and countries: USA, Canada, UK, Japan, Greece, South Africa, South America, Thailand, Taiwan, Australia, New Zealand, Philippines, Middle East), hardcover books, globally distributed calendars, television, documentary films, advertisements, dealer brochures, trading cards, die cast toy packaging, posters, flyers, tradeshow booths, race trailers, cellphone screensavers, album covers, catalogs and more. Check out samples of my youth automotive photography on the slideshow below:


Support DRIFTING! Buy DRIFTING on www.driftingbook.com and get some free gifts from the author!
Everyone knows I love to travel! This year I went on a back-to-back "drifter's fantasy trip" which led me all over the world, in pursuit of DRIFTING! Click on the image above to read the web version of the original story, which was featured in Super Street Magazine!






You know how we roll! We had massive crew at the 2007 Fashion Icons Show at Hollywood&Highland. But I'm looking the wrong way in all the photos!




The Family at Formula D Seattle! We roll with the coolest folks, the hottest chicks, the freshest cars, and travel together all over the world.

Comments

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  • Jun 6 2009 5:26 PM

    Hey get a free limited edition small press Destruments vinyl with any C.D. purchase !!!!!
  • May 30 2009 8:12 PM

    Have a Fabulous Weekend!
    xxoo
    yazze
    -------------------





  • Lea

    May 7 2009 7:50 PM

    Whattup bud! Are you ever on this thing? I forget to check it, hehe... just passing through to say hi, miss ya! =)
  • Apr 7 2009 10:35 PM

    Hi Antonioooo!! Thought I'd switch it up and post on your Myspace ;) When's our damn ramen dinner date
  • Mar 23 2009 12:35 AM

    heyy whats upp antonio! how've you been? :) i hope to see you at long beach in april!
    -Emma


  • Mar 9 2009 12:02 AM

    What up Playa, hope all is well. Wanted to pick your brain on a production I'm in the process of putting together. Know your busy so I'll catch you at Long Beach if I don't hear from you. Peace!.
  • Feb 27 2009 1:15 AM

    Happy B-day cuzin. I'm in Whistler BC snowboarding for my b-day. Give me a holla when you get a chance. You have to check out my blacksmith watches..
  • Feb 28 2009 5:13 PM

    Hey Antonio! I wish you a Happy Birthday! Hope you are doing well! Have an awesome and a safe Birthday! See you at the track!

    Joon Woo Maeng
  • Feb 28 2009 5:59 PM

    "Happy Birthday" =)
  • Feb 28 2009 8:06 PM

    Happy b-day from WOTmag Greece Antonio !!!!
  • Feb 28 2009 8:11 PM

    Ela bouse ??? Happy Birthday Antonio ! I wish you all the happiness and health for you and the ones you love ! Stathis told me you were in contact ....

    Stay in touch with us .....
  • Feb 28 2009 8:49 PM

    Happy Birthday! Oh, and your offset sucks, just kidding. Have a good one hoe.
  • Feb 21 2009 7:05 AM

    heyy whats goin on with youu?
    -Emma♥-
  • mj

    Feb 17 2009 8:19 AM

    I FINALLY got a myspace :0 whoa, still trying to figure it all out!
  • Feb 13 2009 6:35 PM

    Hey there Antonio , hows is it going for you so far? I havent seen you in years. I see your doing a photoshoot with Clarence with his TE72 4 door rolla this weekend. Maybe when i get done with my ride you should do a photoshoot also on it. I cant tell you what inside it's a surprise for you.
    take care bro =) "Joel"
  • Feb 6 2009 6:01 AM

    nothing much just enjoyin snow season :) and stoked for drifting!! any more traveling for you?
  • Feb 6 2009 1:24 AM

    heyy whats up :)
  • Jan 26 2009 11:54 PM

    Antonio! Likewise! It was great to finally meet you! Jae
  • Jan 14 2009 10:58 PM

    Hello! : D
  • Jan 7 2009 7:23 AM

    so i heard you and karlo were talking about me
  • Lea

    Jan 5 2009 11:20 PM

    Hellooo Antonio!!! Happy New Year! Haven't talked to you in a while, miss ya! =)
  • Dec 30 2008 7:04 PM

    Hi Antonio and merry christmas to you 2 !!!
    Great christmas is the last thing some people are thinking about ... but things are ok now ...
    So whats your plans for the holidays ? Also i would like to send you some dvds to check out WOT dvd mag !!! i believe you know it ... so send me a private message on how i should send them !

    Take care ! nice hearing you are well ...
  • Dec 30 2008 2:02 AM

    did you play in the snow? haha
  • Dec 27 2008 3:46 AM

    no not in cali yet! not sure if im gunna go now...i may be in vegas in january tho...i still wanna party in LA! maybe i can stay in hawaii but just travel choke! haha! hit me up!
  • Dec 22 2008 7:20 AM

    Vote for me for Holliday Hottie at 98.7fm ! I am #69!! http://www. 987fm. com/pages/holidayhotties/index_poll. html


    Merry Christmas!!