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Some people are simply wired differently than the rest of us.

These individuals give us hope and inspiration because of the awesome

lives they lead-and the changed lives they transform through the strength they live.

These individuals were meant to Shine. This section celebrates such individuals.

MATT FADER: JOURNEY FROM SURFER TO SYRIAN REFUGEE RESCUE LEADER

February 23, 2018

We are proud and privileged to have Matt Fader as the subject of our first Shine article. I’ve known Matt for over twenty years. He was one of the few people I remember who would give you a wave that he was in position for. “It’s yours,” he would say, and be truly stoked he gave it to you.

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SHINE: ATA’s INTERVIEW WITH SKATEBOARDING ICON ALPHONSO “ALF” RAWLS ON SKATING, HIS STREETWEAR COMPANY #EVERYBODY SKATES, AND HIS ART

May 10, 2018

Our latest Shine subject is Alfonso "ALF" Rawls. ALF is a skateboarding legend and really good soul who can still rip everything with freaky styley style.

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Stacy Kohut Interview: Four Wheels + For Life = FOURLIFE

July 16, 2018

I try to get 5 or 6 runs in the morning, then 5 or 6 runs after lunch. Its important to me to feel like I've put in the work, 'punched in' for the shift, when I ride. Makes the day have some more importance and meaning. A purpose if you will.

Stacy Kohut Interview: Four Wheels + For Life = FOURLIFE

July 16, 2018

SHINE: ATA’s INTERVIEW WITH SKATEBOARDING ICON ALPHONSO “ALF” RAWLS ON SKATING, HIS STREETWEAR COMPANY #EVERYBODY SKATES, AND HIS ART

May 10, 2018

Our latest Shine subject is Alfonso "ALF" Rawls. ALF is a skateboarding legend and really good soul who can still rip everything with freaky styley style.

MATT FADER: JOURNEY FROM SURFER TO SYRIAN REFUGEE RESCUE LEADER

February 23, 2018

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ATA's Timeline Review of The Distillers at the Hollywood Palladium

September 25, 2018

I tell my daughter that this album was written after the singer of the Distillers left the singer of Rancid. She doesn’t give a sh*t.

The Life & Times of Guitar God Randy Rhoads

October 4, 2018

It's been 34 years since virtuoso guitarist Randy Rhoads died in a plane crash, yet his legacy is stronger than ever today.

The Story of Black Sabbath's "Sabbath Bloody Sabbath"

August 17, 2018

In 1973, Black Sabbath were riding high on the success of their Vol. IV album and mammoth tour of the U.S., Australia and Europe.

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Making "Reign in Blood" — Slayer's Timeless Classic

October 3, 2018

1986 saw Slayer's masterpiece "Reign in Blood" become the standard-bearer as one of the greatest thrash albums of all time.

Jarome Iginla: The Pursuit of Greatness Sans a Championship

August 1, 2018

Despite playing in over 1,500 regular season games, 81 playoff games with three different teams and the fact that he is one of the most prolific scorers in the NHL, Iginla never achieved the Stanley Cup.

Awesome Totally Awesome's Review of Balenciaga's Spring 2018 Lookbook

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March 2, 2018

I should open with the following statement: I know nothing about high fashion. But I do know the difference between something aesthetically pleasing tickling my photoreceptors from an outfit that makes me think “What’s going on here?!”

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Why Check Your Head By the Beasties Will Always Be My Favorite Album

October 10, 2018

Check Your Head was named after a random occurrence wherein Ad Rock had purchased a pack of Desert Storm trading cards and brought them to the studio.

Gojira: Converting Rock Dads and New Fans

June 6, 2018

No doubt many metal fans — especially those over 40 years of age —had heard or listened to Gojira until they opened up for Metallica in the summer of 2017. For a hardcore, French, speed-metal band like Gojira to slot onto Metallica’s WorldWired Tour was a huge coup

How Maria Beat The Real Housewives of the PTA at Their Own Game

August 5, 2018

I really didn’t care about winning, but seeing this lady’s cheerleader determination, made me say “I’m winning this mofo.”

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MATT FADER: JOURNEY FROM SURFER TO SYRIAN REFUGEE RESCUE LEADER

SHINE: ATA’s INTERVIEW WITH SKATEBOARDING ICON ALPHONSO “ALF” RAWLS ON SKATING, HIS STREETWEAR COMPANY #EVERYBODY SKATES, AND HIS ART

Stacy Kohut Interview: Four Wheels + For Life = FOURLIFE

Stacy Kohut Interview: Four Wheels + For Life = FOURLIFE

SHINE: ATA’s INTERVIEW WITH SKATEBOARDING ICON ALPHONSO “ALF” RAWLS ON SKATING, HIS STREETWEAR COMPANY #EVERYBODY SKATES, AND HIS ART

MATT FADER: JOURNEY FROM SURFER TO SYRIAN REFUGEE RESCUE LEADER

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ATA's Timeline Review of The Distillers at the Hollywood Palladium

The Life & Times of Guitar God Randy Rhoads

The Story of Black Sabbath's "Sabbath Bloody Sabbath"

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Making "Reign in Blood" — Slayer's Timeless Classic

Jarome Iginla: The Pursuit of Greatness Sans a Championship

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Why Check Your Head By the Beasties Will Always Be My Favorite Album

Gojira: Converting Rock Dads and New Fans

How Maria Beat The Real Housewives of the PTA at Their Own Game

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