For those of you without a strong affinity for culture, Lang Lang might as well by a synonym for naïveté. This 25 year old piano protégé’ has shared stage’s with every significant orchestra and composer and will be the highlight of the 2008 Olympics opening ceremony. He states:

“As an international pianist I combine both artistry and enthusiasm for sports – especially football. This was the beginning of a concept to make a special adidas artist shoe model. Adidas as a brand is more than only sports. Adidas is strongly showcased in the music scene. Therefore the linking of sports and culture is a very natural combination.”

Originally debuted in 1968, the modish and elegant black and golden Lang Lang special edition includes the Lang Lang name in Chinese at the heels in addition to a silhouette of the pianist in typical concert pose. Furthermore the interior of the sneaker also correlates to Lang Lang’s music through golden piano pedals printed on the sock liners. These are limited editions that will be released this June you can purchase these shoes exclusively at Originals and selected Sport Performance stores worldwide, retailing at a price of 85 € (or approximately 170 USD). Press photos bellow.

On Tangent: The cat is apparently a Street Fighter Fan too…

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