Travis Scott’s impact transcends music, extending into the realms of fashion and footwear. His collaboration with Nike has yielded some of the most sought-after sneakers in recent memory, and the Shark-A-Don is a prime example. From its understated color palette to its innovative design elements, every aspect of the shoe embodies Scott’s adventurous spirit and forward-thinking approach. As enthusiasts eagerly await the arrival of the Travis Scott x Nike Shark-A-Don in the “Sail” colorway, excitement continues to mount for what promises to be another groundbreaking collaboration.
The sneakers feature a sail rubber sole paired with a white textured midsole. Also, the upper is constructed from sail materials, complemented by a large strap over the laces. Further, a sail Nike Swoosh and a matching sail back complete the design. Cactus Jack branding appears on the tongue alongside a Nike Swoosh, while the Cactus Jack smiley face is featured on the heels. Overall, this sneaker showcases a cohesive all-sail colorway.
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Hypebeast reports that the Travis Scott x Nike Shark-A-Don “Sail” is going to drop this fall. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $170 when they are released. Let us know what you think of this sneaker, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the sneaker world. We will be sure to bring you the biggest releases from the biggest brands.
The Foolio shooting shocked the hip-hop world on June 23. The rapper was only 26 years old, and a burgeoning star in his native Florida. Police have yet to announce suspects in relation to the shooting, but TMZ has obtained surveillance footage of the fateful incident. The tragic shooting took place only two days after Foolio’s birthday and show him being approached by two men in a hotel parking lot. What follows is a chilling display of violence.
Foolio is never seen in the surveillance footage. He is either offscreen, or inside the vehicle in which his body was found. The angle of the camera shows a gunman approaching and then firing rounds. He fires on Foolio’s vehicle as it approaches him, and eventually crashes as it exits the parking lot. The shooter who is clearly seen in the video tails the car with weapon still in hand. The footage ends with the shooter in question walking out of frame. His face is not visible at any point. TMZ claims that there were multiple culprits, but the others are harder to spot in the background.
The shooting took place at 4:37 a.m. in Jacksonville, Florida. There were three other people in the car with Foolio at the time of the shooting, but all of them survived. The investigation into Foolio’s death has been overshadowed by the antics tied to it via social media. Footage of one of the alleged shooters was posted to Instagram on July 2, and Foolio’s account commented on it. It remains to be seen who is on the late rapper’s account, but the mysterious party wrote: “Demi God” in the comment section.
Foolio’s death was the third Jacksonville shooting to take place in one week. Sheriff T.K. Waters told Fox that there are no suspects, but the police is committed to bringing the shooters to justice. He also cited the diss tracks that have been made in the wake of these shootings. “It ain’t cool now. It’s over now, its over for (Jones), its permanent,” he noted. “Now we have to deal with the mess of cleaning it up.” T.K. Waters did not provide additional information, but he did assure locals that the investigation is already underway. “If it takes us following them one at a time, we will follow them one at a time,” he asserted.
These details enhance the overall design without overpowering it. The cushioned midsole provides excellent support, while the durable outsole ensures reliable traction. This “White/Cement Grey” colorway is highly anticipated by sneaker enthusiasts. Its classic look and high-quality construction make it a must-have addition to any collection. Keep an eye out for the release date of the Air Jordan 2/3 “White/Cement Grey.” This hybrid sneaker is sure to be a standout piece, offering the best of both worlds from the Air Jordan 2 and 3.
The sneakers are equipped with a grey rubber sole and a sail midsole housing a Nike Air bubble, guaranteeing top-notch comfort. Further, the sneakers feature a pristine white leather upper coupled with more white overlays. The design is complemented by white laces and a tongue adorned with a grey Air Jordan basketball logo. Moreover, the heels showcase the iconic spiked Air Jordan 2 heel.
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Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Air Jordan 2/3 “White/Cement Grey” is currently available at Foot Locker, and a Nike release is expected soon. Also, the retail price is expected to be $160 when they release. Let us know what you think of this sneaker, in the comments section below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the sneaker world. We will be sure to bring you the most significant releases from the biggest brands.
You can’t make this stuff up … The massive racketeering trial of Young Thug and YSL, has been indefinitely halted. So what does that mean? Mistrial imminent? Charges dropped? Thugger and company stay locked up until it picks back up again? Like, what is the word?
Some recent and key developments in the case, including a defendant being stabbed, a star witness jailed for refusing to testify, and frequent sometimes wild clashes between attorneys and the judge, who himself is under fire all sum up the chaos.
The trial, if you want to call it that, has been ongoing for 18 months, and shows no signs of concluding any time soon. Unreal.
Here’s a quick, 30,000 foot abbreviated recap of what’s what… Young Thug, the Grammy Award-winning rapper, is accused of leading a violent street gang. The trial’s lead attorney, Brian Steel, was recently found in criminal contempt and sentenced to 20 days in jail. Steel’s outburst in court following his contempt charge included claims of improper conduct between the judge, prosecutors, and a key witness.
“This is crazy! This is like communist Russia!” Steel exclaimed in court. Yes, he said that. Dying to know, who is going to play him in the American Crime Story limited series about this you-know-what show of a trial.
On Monday, Judge Ural Glanville of the Fulton County Superior Court suspended the trial indefinitely. Yup, just hit the ol’ pause button.
This decision came after multiple defendants, including Young Thug, accused the judge of misconduct and requested his recusal. Another judge will review these motions, and prosecutors have been ordered to respond by Monday.
The timeline for the trial’s resumption remains uncertain. Maybe soon. Maybe nevuary. Your guesstimate is as good as ours.
Get this, the trial is the longest-running in Georgia’s history. Longest ever! It has already faced significant delays, including a 10-month jury selection process and numerous breaks in testimony. 10 months to select a jury is unheard of. Guilty or not, and we are not dismissing the seriousness of the charges but Young Thug is no Al Capone.
Critics have questioned Judge Glanville’s management of the case, and several defendants’ motions for mistrials have been denied. That’s not super rare. Any good lawyer will fight a judge tooth and nail to benefit their client but that can have an adverse effect on the jury.
Prosecutors, led by Fulton County District Attorney Fani T. Willis, were reportedly surprised by the judge’s decision to pause the trial. Willis has faced criticism for her use of Georgia’s anti-racketeering statute to bring complex, multi-defendant cases, which some argue strain the court system. The Young Thug trial is seen as a precursor to how another high-profile case involving former President Donald Trump might unfold, as Willis also leads that prosecution. Good luck with the latter after the US Supreme Court’s recent ruling on Presidential immunity.
HUNXHO, the emerging hip-hop sensation from East Atlanta, has just released the highly anticipated music video for his latest track, “Closer To Over,” through 300 Entertainment. Definitely making his mark on the music scene, the single is featured on his nine-track EP, Before The Album, which is available now on all major streaming platforms.
The “Closer To Over” video, directed by BENMARC, captures the emotional depth and complexity of HUNXHO’s music. The visuals juxtapose the lavish backdrop of a strip club with introspective scenes of the artist, underscoring the tension between external opulence and internal struggle. Despite the surroundings of cash piles and dancers, HUNXHO’s focus remains on his pain and his thoughts, delivering an unfiltered performance that resonates with raw authenticity.
The track has already garnered over 10 million global streams. It was featured as one of XXL’s “The 13 Best New Hip-Hop Songs This Week,” while HotNewHipHop lauded the track, noting, “Hunxho wears his heart on his sleeve.”
HUNXHO’s summer is set to get even hotter as he joins Sexyy Red on the “Sexyy Red 4 President” Tour. The tour kicks off on August 22 in Seattle at WAMU Theater and spans major cities across the United States, concluding on October 1 in Nashville, TN at the Nashville Municipal Auditorium.
Recently, HUNXHO also delivered a remarkable performance at The BET Awards pre-show, where he performed “Your Friends” and “Closer To Over.”
Following his sold-out “One Night Only” Tour and a standout performance at the “Birthday Bash” event, where he shared the stage with notable artists such as Latto, Killer Mike, and Tee Grizzley, HUNXHO continues to prove his prowess and appeal in the hip-hop scene.
10/1 Nashville, TN – Nashville Municipal Auditorium
TRACKLISTING:
Ups & Downs
Recording In The Dark
Do This For Me
Can’t Fall Off
Hot Topic
Closer To Over
Y’all Get It
How It Feel
Last Song
With a distinctive style and heartfelt lyrics, HUNXHO is rapidly ascending in the hip-hop world. His latest projects and performances have solidified his reputation as a compelling and authentic voice in the genre. Don’t miss the chance to see him live on tour and experience his powerful music firsthand.
Bad Boy honcho Sean “Diddy” Combs is reportedly trying to get rid of his ultra lavish Holmby Hills mansion for a cool $70 million. This is not totally unexpected with his mounting legal peril.
Check this, Puff, originally purchased the home 10 years ago in 2014 for $40 million. Since the federal raids that shocked the world, this luxury estate has since been at the logistical center of an investigation that has been widely kept close to the vest by investigators.
Now Diddy is looking to leave Los Angeles, as reported by TMZ. He’s trying to snag a buyer in what is considered an off-market deal, meaning us normies can’t just good the MLS and make an offer.
Sources let TMZ know that the asking price is significantly higher than what he originally paid nearly a decade ago. As mentioned he’s trying to unload the house for $70 M’s.
If you care to know, Diddy’s sprawling Holmby Hills property spans 17,000 square feet and includes eight bedrooms, 11 bathrooms, a 35-seat theater, a gym, a wine room, and a 3,000-square-foot guest house. Outdoor features are equally impressive, with a lagoon-style pool featuring an underwater tunnel, a basketball half-court, and well-maintained gardens. Although the mansion is over ten years old, which is like new in the grand scheme of home ownership, Diddy has updated its interior with modern finishes. Real estate insiders suggest that the high asking price with the mansion’s well publicized history will almost definitely make his asking price difficult to attain.
ICYMI, earlier this year, federal law enforcement agents conducted a thorough search, let’s call it a raid, of the Holmby Hills mansion, dismantling electronics and scouring every part of the home for evidence related to their ongoing investigation.
Anywho, it’s up for sale, so if you’re in the market for a $70 million dollar dream home with an unsavory reputation, then it can be yours.
“White boy summer was created to be fun, playful, and a celebration of fly white boys who love beautiful queens of every race,” Hanks wrote on Instagram. “Anything else that it has been twisted into to support any kind of hate or bigotry against any group of people is deplorable, and I condemn it. I hope that we all can spread love to each other and treat each other with kindness and dignity. Love, Chet Hanks.”
Specifically, the Global Project Against Hate and Extremism relayed, “Over the past couple months, white supremacists and neo-Nazis have been calling for the destruction of Pride flags, killing ‘n*****s and communists,’ and the creation of ‘more militia[s]’ all under one slogan: ‘White Boy Summer.’ Several extremist groups including the Proud Boys, White Lives Matter, the Identitarian movement in Europe, and neo-Nazi Active Clubs are all using ‘White Boy Summer’ to spread propaganda, recruit new members, and facilitate targeted hate campaigns including acts of vandalism and hate incidents.”
While Hanks did the right thing by publicly condemning such bigotry and racism, he has not always handled it correctly. In 2015, Hanks defended his past use of racial slurs in a truly indefensible way.
In 2022, Hanks appeared on Ziwe, and the show’s namesake host asked Hanks about his cultural appropriation and whether there were “any marginalized communities you want to apologize to,” and his response was pretty insensitive. “I don’t feel like I’ve truly done anything offensive,” he told Ziwe, adding that “social justice warriors can kick rocks.”
LL Cool J has been on a press run lately. He dropped the single “Saturday Night Special” and made some controversial comments regarding Andre 3000’s flute playing. The most hotly-discussed topic a rapper could mention in 2024, though, is the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar battle. LL has plenty to say on the topic during a recent interview with Hot 97’s TT Torrez. Not mind-blowing takes in terms of stance, but still a fascinating POV from someone who’s had beef in the past.
LL Cool J told Torrez that Kendrick Lamar was the definitive winner in the battle. It’s pretty uncontested among hip-hop fans, but the rapper did make a point of giving Drake his props. “Kendrick won the battle. I mean, come on,” he noted. “That’s obvious. That’s a no-brainer. And listen, I like Drake. I love his music, he’s a cool dude. We don’t know each other but I like his music. I’m happy for him and everything.” Cool J then made the comment that caught most fans’ attention. He suggested that the 6 God ultimately made a bad choice when he decided to butt heads with Dot. “Kendrick… that might have been a bad choice,” he added. “I like him but Kendrick did his thing.”
LL Cool J, who has been recognized by many as a precursor to Drake’s R&B-leaning sound, broadened the topic. He placed both Drake and Lamar in the greater context of rap history, and claimed that both men have secured their place. “It was great for Hip Hop culture, don’t get it twisted,” LL noted. “Both of their names will be etched in history because of it.” The rapper also reminded fans how good the Drake disses were, even if they were overshadowed. “Even us just talking about it now is etching it into history,” he concluded. “Both of them are super talented, they both did great. It ain’t like Drake completely and utterly played himself.”
LL Cool J voicing passion for hip-hop as a culture could not have come at a better time. The rapper-turned-actor is currently working on a new album. His first album, actually since, 2013. The album will be produced by another genre legend, Q-Tip, and will release sometime in the fall. Interestingly, a feature on his lead single, Rick Ross, is one of the many rappers who declared war on Drake earlier this year. To be fair to LL, it’s hard to avoid rappers who haven’t beefed with Drake at this point.
Waka Flocka Flame, born Juaquin James Malphurs, isn’t just a name in hip-hop—he’s a force of nature. Bursting onto the scene from Atlanta, Georgia, Waka brought an unfiltered energy that was impossible to ignore. His debut album, Flockaveli (2010), wasn’t just an album. It was a seismic event that rattled the foundations of trap music. With its aggressive productions, thunderous basslines, and Waka’s unmistakable roar, Flockaveli became an instant classic. It also helped set the standard for the trap sound that dominates today.
But Waka Flocka Flame is more than his music. He’s a cultural icon, a reality TV star, and an outspoken advocate for social issues, unafraid to use his platform to address everything from mental health to animal rights. His ventures into television with shows like Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta and Growing Up Hip Hop: Atlanta has displayed his charisma and relatability, endearing him to fans beyond the music scene. Let’s look at five essential tracks that highlight Waka’s significant contributions to hip-hop and underline his lasting influence and the sheer power of his artistic expression.
1. “O Let’s Do It” (2009)
Released in 2009, “O Let’s Do It” was the explosive single that catapulted Waka Flocka Flame into the limelight. This track introduced the world to Waka’s unfiltered style with its unapologetically raw energy and street-centric lyrics. The production, characterized by a hard-hitting, aggressive trap beat, set the tone for Waka’s signature sound. His delivery was equally aggressive, matching the beat’s intensity with his powerful vocal performance. This debut single wasn’t just a song but a declaration of intent from an artist ready to shake up the hip-hop scene.
The impact of “O Let’s Do It” was immediate and profound. It climbed the charts, becoming a street anthem and gaining significant radio play. This track marked Waka’s arrival in the music industry, earning him recognition and respect from fans and fellow artists. The song’s success also paved the way for his debut album, Flockaveli, which would solidify his place in the trap music genre. “O Let’s Do It” is essential not only for its role in launching Waka’s career but also for showcasing the raw, unfiltered energy that he brought to hip-hop, setting a new standard for authenticity and intensity in the genre.
2. “Hard In Da Paint” (2010)
In 2010, Waka Flocka Flame unleashed “Hard in da Paint,” a track that would become an anthem for the streets and a definitive moment in his career. From his debut album Flockaveli, this song epitomizes the gritty, unrelenting style Waka is known for. Produced by Lex Luger, the beat is a sonic sledgehammer—booming bass, relentless hi-hats, and a haunting, repetitive hook that demands attention. Waka’s delivery on this track is nothing short of ferocious; his voice is a battle cry, and his lyrics are a testament to the raw, unfiltered reality of his experiences.
“Hard in da Paint” quickly became a staple in clubs and at parties, its electrifying energy impossible to resist. The track’s influence extended far beyond the dance floor, cementing Waka’s status as a leader in the trap music movement. Its success was a clear signal that Waka Flocka Flame was not just a fleeting presence in hip-hop but a powerful force reshaping the genre’s landscape. This song is critical for understanding Waka’s seismic impact on the music scene, reinforcing his reputation as an artist who brings an unmatched intensity and authenticity to his craft.
In 2010, Waka Flocka Flame showcased his versatility with “No Hands,” a standout track from Flockaveli. This song featured Roscoe Dash and Wale, embracing a more melodic, radio-friendly approach, diverging from Waka’s usual hard-hitting style. The production’s smooth, infectious beat and catchy chorus highlighted Waka’s ability to create a crossover hit. Roscoe Dash’s sing-along hook combined with Wale’s slick verses added layers of appeal, making “No Hands” an undeniable anthem for both the clubs and the airwaves. The impact of “No Hands” was immediate and widespread, reaching the Top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100. It also became a fixture on party playlists everywhere. “No Hands” is essential for highlighting Waka Flocka Flame’s broad appeal, proving that he could seamlessly transition from street anthems to mainstream successes.
4. “Grove St. Party” (Featuring Kebo Gotti) (2011)
Released in 2011, “Grove St. Party” is another electrifying track from Waka Flocka Flame’s debut album Flockaveli. Featuring Kebo Gotti, this song quickly became synonymous with high-energy celebrations and late-night revelry. The production is quintessentially Waka, with a booming production that commands attention. Waka’s delivery and Kebo Gotti’s contributions create an irresistible party atmosphere. Further, the success of “Grove St. Party” reinforced Waka’s reputation as a master of crafting anthems. Its enduring popularity is a testament to Waka’s knack for making music that moves and energizes its listeners.
Released in 2011 as the lead single for Waka Flocka Flame’s second album Triple F Life: Friends, Fans & Family, “Round of Applause” features a high-profile collaboration with Drake. This track showcases a different side of Waka, with a more polished, radio-friendly production. The song’s celebratory rhythm is hard to resist. Drake’s smooth verses add a layer of sophistication, making the track appealing to a broader audience while retaining Waka’s signature flair.
“Round of Applause” also achieved significant commercial success, charting on the Billboard Hot 100 and earning heavy rotation on radio stations and in clubs. The collaboration with Drake brought Waka’s music to an even more expansive audience. This track is vital because it highlights Waka Flocka Flame’s knack for producing hits that reverberate across different demographics. It stresses his talent for creating music that dominates the charts and leaves a lasting impact on the listeners.
These sneakers feature a sleek black rubber sole paired with a minimalist black midsole. Also, the uppers are crafted from black fabric, accented with sophisticated brown leather. Further, a reversed black Swoosh, a signature touch from Travis Scott, enhances their unique appeal. Brown Jordan and Travis Scott branding on the tongue and heel, along with a strap around the base of the laces, complete the design. Overall, this sneaker is poised to be one of the biggest releases of the year.
Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Travis Scott x Jordan Jumpman Jack TR “Dark Mocha” will be released on October 4th. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $200 when they drop. Further, make sure to let us know what you think about these kicks in the comments below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the most recent updates and news from the sneaker community. We’ll make sure to offer you the newest products from the most notable brands.
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