Awesome Retro

We can’t decide what’s best about this video. Is it the insane whistling skills? The guy’s hairdo? His mustache? Or the reaction of the children in the audience? Whatever you choose, it’s internet gold.

Old black and white footage of the Charleston being danced to Daft Punk’s Around the World. Sounds crazy, no? But it works – perfectly. The latest dance craze for the 21st century.

Japanese “technicolor pogo punkers” Polysics take on the Styx classic Mr. Roboto in this goofy music video, which not only made us chuckle, but improves on the original tune – if that’s possible.

A 5-part web mini-series in the vein of 60s spy movies – stylish, sexy and action packed – but with the hyperbolic humor of the 21st century. A must see. Watch the first episode here.

ICON founder Jonathan Ward’s latest restoration project involves upgrading an old vehicle’s guts but preserving, highlighting and accenting its original state, rust and all. More here and here.

This Commodore 64 has enough power for modern needs. It has a 2.2GHz Core i7 CPU, Intel HD GPU, 8GB RAM, 2TB HDD, DVD R/W drive, USB ports, multi-card reader, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

Who says skateboarding can’t be classy? The graceful Kilian Martin gets dressed up like he’s one of the Mad Men in this 60’s inspired skate video. His acrobatic tricks aren’t old school though.

A limited-edition series featuring NES cartridges with retro pixel art of modern video games. Each cartridge contains a random NES game, not an 8-bit version of the game on the cover, though.

Are you trapped in your room? Looking for a way out? Watch and learn from this 1979 Finnish instructional video. Still lost? Try turning on the captions for some extra assistance.

Looking at the work of illustrator, animator and graphic designer Kilian Eng is like looking into the future, the past, your nightmares and your dreams all at once. Check the link or here for lots more.

Music video for BrokenDate by Seth Haley aka Com Truise, off of his Galactic Melt LP. The video matches the 80s synth music frame for frame, from the Laser Tag guns to the shots and angles.

Fans of the classic Space Invaders will dig this Japanese import, which converts your iPad or iPad2 into a mini Space Invaders cabinet. Has built in charging dock and speakers. A bit pricey though.

Actually these are shiny and new opening credits for the short-lived 60’s animated tv show, redone with fondness in Roger Evans year-long project; compare his to the original here. (Thanks Dub!)

This archival footage dates back to 1972, and is the first 3D rendered film created by Ed Catmull, who would later go on to found Pixar, and is now President of Disney and Pixar Animation Studios.

To promote the 2nd season of Boardwalk Empire, HBO is running an authentic 1920s train in the 2/3 line of the New York City subway this September. This train’s first run was way back in 1917.

The guys at Laughing Squid dug up this awesome classic 1976 Sesame Street clip of comic master Richard Pryor reciting the alphabet in his own inimitable style (all without saying the “n” word).

The arcade/NES hit is revived with the PSN exclusive Elevator Action Deluxe. Enjoy the series’ unique gameplay with more weapons as well as multiplayer. Also includes the original game.

The iconic Volkswagen T1 Camper Van gets immortalized in LEGO form. This official 1,332 piece kit has working doors, windows, and a detailed interior and engine. Out this October for ~$100.

Lucie Thomas and Thibault Zimmerman (great name!) of Zim and Zou, created this collection of actual size retro technology, meticulously cut from colorful paper. A little making-of video here.

Everyone who has that one dream where they’re trapped in a Pacman game that is also the London Underground system will appreciate this funny print from the clever folks at publicgriefjunkie.

So Analog? More like so damn cool. Squid Kids Ink used Rhino 3D software to create playful resin versions of our favorite retro gear. Act fast if you want an original 10-Doh!, B-Side or A-Drive.

AtomicAttic turns old junk into new stuff for your house – or your cat’s house. This gutted old Sanyo TV is the perfect bed for Felix, Snowball, Noodles or whatever your cat is called.

Go old school with these flash drives encased in used 35mm film canisters. Available in 2GB and 4GB models. They’re not going to work with the new easy-to-use cameras though.