With the musical success of Odd Future’s Tyler, The Creator and Frank Ocean, OF is now stepping into publishing with their first book, Golf Wang. The paperback will be released on November 15th through picturebox. Peep the description: This book, created entirely by the music group Odd Future and their circle of friends, features their own photography, design, and writing. This is a glimpse into a creative world that crosses skating, hip-hop, mischief and brilliance.
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