This fresh iteration pays homage to the sneaker’s roots while giving it a modern twist that’s sure to turn heads on and off the court. With its premium materials and attention to detail, the Air Jordan 11 “Legend Blue” is more than just a sneaker – it’s a statement piece. Whether you’re rocking them on the hardwood or the streets, these kicks are sure to elevate your style game to legendary status. As anticipation builds for the release of the Air Jordan 11 “Legend Blue,” sneaker enthusiasts everywhere are counting down the days until they can get their hands on a pair.
The sneakers feature an icy blue rubber sole with a clean white midsole. White material constructs the base of the uppers, with patent leather overlays surrounding the silhouette. A blue Jumpman emblem can be found near the heel, with a white 23 logo on the black heel tab. Overall, these sneakers will certainly be a hit. This is a classic colorway that sneakerheads have already fallen in love with.
Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Air Jordan 11 “Legend Blue” is releasing on December 14th. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $230 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.
The Air Jordan 5 is set to honor Mexico’s fight for freedom with its upcoming “El Grito” colorway. Inspired by FatherMiguel Hidalgo’s historic call to action on September 16, 1810, these sneakers pay homage to the nation’s rich history. In a unique twist, the Air Jordan 5 “El Grito” boasts a brown color scheme with vibrant green accents, reminiscent of the Mexican flag. The combination of earthy tones and bold pops of color creates a striking aesthetic that captures the essence of Mexico’s cultural heritage.
With its premium materials and attention to detail, the Air Jordan 5 “El Grito” is more than just a sneaker – it’s a symbol of resilience and perseverance. Each element of the design, from the intricate stitching to the iconic silhouette, tells a story of courage and determination. As sneaker enthusiasts eagerly await the release of the Air Jordan 5 “El Grito,” anticipation continues to build. This special edition pays tribute to Mexico’s rich cultural legacy while celebrating the enduring legacy of the Air Jordan brand. Whether you’re a collector or a fan of Mexican history, the Air Jordan 5 “El Grito” is sure to be a coveted addition to any sneaker rotation.
The sneakers feature a semi-translucent sole with a sail midsole with green accents. The uppers are constructed from a tan leather base with a mesh panel. The tongue is brown as well and has a brown Jumpman logo on it. The heel also features a Jumpman logo, probably in brown although we can’t see from the photos. Overall, the sneakers feature a brown color scheme with subtle green accents.
Sneaker Files reports that the Air Jordan 5 “El Grito” will be released on September 7th. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be announced closer to 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.
Debates about inclusivity, specifically fighting antisemitism have been hitting some of America’s highest-rated educational institutions. One of which is Columbia University, which is facing a new lawsuit alleging it failed to effectively fight antisemitism on campus. Students Against Antisemitism, StandWithUs Center For Legal Justice, and numerous Jewish and Israeli students are teaming up to bring the lawsuit against the university. The lawsuit collects a series of personal anecdotes meant to demonstrate that the school has perpetually failed to fight the rising tide of antisemitism on campus.
Among those anecdotes are references to Kanye West. The rapper famously spent the past two years making public appearances where he spread antisemitic conspiracy theories and even openly embraced racist ideologies. The lawsuit cites a specific moment where students on campus were discussing some of the theories he was spreading. They even allegedly shared an image of racist symbology originally shared by West. Check out some more details from the new lawsuit below.
Following his string of antisemitic comments, West was widely condemned. The move hurt many of his business ventures as numerous large companies like Adidas cut ties with the rapper. The controversy surrounding him has continued nearly nonstop ever since. While spending time in Europe he found himself in trouble numerous times alongside girlfriend Bianca Censori. And late last year he returned to Los Angeles and announced his new album VULTURES.
VULTURES eventually came out earlier this month and was slammed by critics. Many cited the unfinished sound of the record and numerous controversial lyrics throughout as reasons to avoid the project. Despite that, enough fans ended up tuning in for the album to hit number one on the Billboard 200. West is currently back in Europe for a pair of listening parties for the newly released album. What do you think of Kanye West being included in an antisemitism lawsuit filed against Columbia University? Let us know in the comment section below.
The Air Jordan 11 stands tall as an iconic sneaker in the realm of athletic footwear. Launched in 1996, it made a bold statement with its revolutionary design and performance. The sneaker’s sleek silhouette was crafted by legendary designer Tinker Hatfield. It grabbed attention instantly. Its glossy patent leather overlay, combined with a mesh upper, added both style and durability. Among its renowned colorways, the “Columbia” edition remains a classic. The crisp, white upper accented by Columbia Blue detailing created an eye-catching combination, capturing the essence of coolness and sophistication.
This colorway quickly became a fan favorite, resonating with sneaker enthusiasts and basketball aficionados alike. The Air Jordan 11, beyond its aesthetic appeal, revolutionized performance on the court. Its incorporation of full-length Air cushioning and a carbon fiber spring plate delivered exceptional comfort and support, making it a go-to choice for basketball players seeking both style and functionality. Overall, this sneaker is going to excite sneakerheads and reignite their passion for the colorway of this sneaker.
The sneakers feature an icy blue rubber sole and a clean white midsole. A white leather base constructs the uppers, with even more white overlays. Next, the sneakers feature light blue accents all around. Also, a light blue Jumpman is located on the sides. Next, a black sock liner is present and the 23 branding is found on the heels. Overall, this sneaker will be a hit.
Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Air Jordan 11 “Columbia” will be released on December 14th, 2024. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $230 when they are released. 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.
With news of the Air Jordan 11 “Columbia” on the way, Jordan Brand’s 2024 news continues to drop with the announcement of the Air Jordan 1 “Black Toe” Reimagined.
According to Sneaker Files and ZSneakerheads, the sneaker, originally released in 1985, will arrive for the 2024 Holiday season. The “Black Toe” will be the sixth edition of the “Reimagined” series. There are currently no details on what materials will make up the sneaker, and an official announcement won’t come until 2024.
Speaking of the Retro 11 announcement, the “Columbia” Retro 11 first debuted during the 1996 NBA All-Star Game and retroed in 2001 and 2014. Jordan Brand has not confirmed the release but will likely do so next year.
The Air Jordan Retro 11 Gratitude just dropped and sneakerheads already got their eyes on next year’s Christmas release. According to ZSneakerheadz and Sneaker Files, the Retro 11 will be the “Columbia.”
The “Columbia” Retro 11 first made its debut during the 1996 NBA All-Star Game and retroed in 2001 and 2014. Jordan Brand has not confirmed the release but is likely to do so next year.
Marcellus Wiley, the former Dallas Cowboy and ESPN analyst, has been named as the defendant in a troubling lawsuit. An Ivy League professor alleges that Wiley “raped her multiple times in her dorm room” while they were both attending Columbia in 1994. “[Wiley’s] actions were intentionally designed to cause plaintiff severe emotional distress or were taken with reckless disregard of the significant and/or substantial probability of causing plaintiff severe emotional distress,” the lawsuit reads. Furthermore, the victim alleges that she attempted to report Wiley at the time but was rebuffed by school administrators. The victim claimed administrators “expressed a fondness for Wiley” and tried to convince her that “the event was a misunderstanding”.
At the time, Wiley was placed on “academic probation” for “poor grades”. However, more students would come forward with similar allegations about Wiley, but none of the accusations went anywhere. As a result, Columbia is also named in the suit for their “callous, negligent, reckless and deceptive response to, and handling of, plaintiff’s and other students’ allegations was an unconscionable revictimization of the plaintiff, which caused psychological injuries, financial and academic damages.”
The lawsuit against Wiley was filed under New York’s Adult Survivors Act. The act is a state law that lets women sue their alleged abusers beyond the initial statute of limitations for the crimes in question. However, the law is set to expire tomorrow. Other high-profile cases under this law include the recent suits against Axl Rose, Russell Brand, and Diddy. Also being sued is Cuba Gooding Jr, who was sued by two women earlier this week.
Jasmine Abbay accused Gooding Jr of “forcibly kissing her without consent” when she was working as a cocktail waitress in midtown Manhattan in September 2018. Meanwhile, Kelsey Herbert claimed Gooding Jr “groped her breast” at a different Midtown bar in June 2019. “Our clients were deprived of the justice they sought in the criminal case. They are now seeking justice and accountability in their civil cases”, said the plaintiffs’ lawyer, Gloria Allred. Allred has risen to prominence in recent years, representing clients in cases against Bill Cosby and Donald Trump.
Polo G is expanding his empire internationally by signing his latest artist, TwoTiime. Hailing from Ottawa, ON, the Canadian rapper announced that he struck a deal with Polo G’s ODA (Only The Dreamers Records)/Columbia. In a video shared on his Instagram page, TwoTiime receives a bundle of cash from Polo, who advises him, “don’t spend it all at once.” “Dreams 2 reality. Where I’m from, this type of thing is really a fairy tale,” TwoTiime captioned the two. “@polo.capalot ‘preciate u for the opportunity to live up to my full potential.”
TwoTiime is undoubtedly revving up to put Ottawa on through his latest venture with Polo G. The city’s produced several incredible artists over the years, such as Belly, City Fidelia, and Night Lovell. Yet, it hasn’t necessarily seen the type of spotlight that other Canadian cities have. However, TwoTiime is a fresh face to represent the next generation of talent coming out of a town that’s shaping up to be a fascinating hub in Canada’s hip-hop scene. “Where I come from, this type of thing doesn’t happen. I’m not doing this for myself or my circle at this point. I’m doing this for my whole community,” TwoTiime tells HotNewHipHop. “I want them to know anything is possible if you have a dream, hard work, and dedication.”
While TwoTiime’s already emerged as one of the most exciting new artists to come out of Canada, he’s ramping up to break his year-long hiatus on Friday with the release of “Priceless,” marking his debut under ODA/Columbia. The relationship between TwoTiime and Polo G developed over the past two years. The Chicago and the Canadian artist were spotted together at the studio together in Los Angeles before Hall Of Fame‘s release. TwoTiime left quite the impression on him then, and we hope that the two slide through with new music together.
The Ottawa-born rapper began buzzing with releasing his single, “Hood Cry,” a tribute to his late friend FTG Metro. In the following years, he unleashed several other promising singles like “Juice” and “Keep It Real,” which surpassed 1 million views on YouTube. Keep your eyes peeled for his upcoming single, “Priceless,” available on Oct. 6th on all streaming services.
CHAOS! That’s AG Club — short for Avant-Garde Club.
The Bay Area group’s music is made of the weird things that only happen in your dreams — a place where weird things actually make sense. Holding a conversation with them means sorting out fact from fiction, truth from jokes, and a line of clear logic from the chaotic input of four members all on different trains of thought. Their debut album F*uck Your Expectations exemplifies this bewildering effect. From the acrobatics heard on the rhythmic “A Bitch Curious” to the aggressively blaring “Columbia,” AG Club shows they have the range to be the elite rap band that they are primed to be.
Meeting them in person, their music suddenly makes sense, even if nothing else does at first. The titles of their songs may or may not have anything to do with the song’s content, and as the group’s members take listeners on storytelling journeys, it’s done with distorted sonics reminiscent of early A$AP Mob and Odd Future. They got some buzz last year with their breakout track “Memphis” off their EP Halfway Off The Porch — which received love from NLE Choppa and A$AP Ferg on the remix — and now it’s just about keeping the momentum going.
The group consists of Jody Fontaine, the unofficial spokesperson of the group and also the lead rapper of the unit; Baby Boy, who also serves as a lead vocalist; and Manny and Ivan, who serve as the all-encompassing creative directors of the group. Their mindset is all about never overthinking. Their brand of chaos taps into emotions, not logic, on FYE. Uproxx caught up with the guys to discuss the project and their influences.
Check out our fun conversation with AG Club to get a full grasp of their personalities and everything they have to musically offer below.
I’m excited that there’s a whole new group of younger kids that are tapping into that ASAP Mob, Odd Future energy. Just being from the Bay and getting a co-sign from A$AP Ferg, would you say he’s taken you guys under his wings?
Jody Fontaine: I mean, we haven’t really talked to anybody outside of Ferg, but Ferg showed so much support, it’s crazy.
How did you guys meet Ferg?
JF: He heard “Memphis” and he wanted to hop on the remix and he liked it. I think it was through someone who works with us from AWOL and they told us about it and we were just like that’s fire. We kind of went crazy for that. It had to happen. He came to the studio and he did the verse and we talked to him a lot. We showed him some videos and then he showed us a bunch of unreleased music, some stuff that hasn’t even dropped yet. He just gave us a bunch of gems, he’s really fire.
What’s a gem that he gave you guys that you can remember?
JF: I remember we were in the car when we were doing the shoot and he was just like, “You know, you guys are in a squad, you guys are in a crew so, you guys have to remember that no matter what happens and where you get in the lifestyle, always stick together.
What made you guys want to not go with the known Bay Area, West Coast sound.
JF: I think it was kind of, I don’t think it was really a conscious decision as, whereas it was just like, we would kind of make music that’s inspired by the music that we’re into? We’re from Antioch, California which is like East Bay. We’re not from the big city, like the big hotspots. Everything we got, trickled down. So a lot of our inspiration, we got off the internet as opposed to being down the street from all these rappers, you know what I mean? It’s like we saw that, but it wasn’t really a part of us as much, to the point where we would make that type of music. When we first started making music, we needed to know how to make that type of music.
Baby Boy: So pretty much growing up, I had a mix of very different genres. My grandma used to play Michael Bublé all the time in the house. I really f*cked with Mike. my mom used to play a lot of reggae, so I’d be dancing around with that. When I started to get my own ear for shit, I didn’t have an iPod or whatever it was back then. So, I was just listening to whatever was on the radio. Then my cousin showed me Odd Future, and then I started to really take to that. I really want to create sh*t with me and my brothers. I feel like my taste for music grew from there. That was 2012 and then on, I started getting into music.
The reason why I asked is that, as I said, the music to me, it sounds like somebody has to be very into music, a little bit deeper than the average person.
JF: I mean, I feel like the trick is just listening to everything. There’s good music everywhere. The sh*t you wouldn’t expect is what gives you the ideas, to me. I listen to all genres. I’ll dabble in a little country music, I’m not mad. When you’re in the booth or when you’re trying to make a beat or something, you have more shit to draw from, you have more shit to reference. You got to fill your mind with as much information as possible when it comes to music.
What can fans and new listeners expect from F*ck Your Expectations?
JF: I feel like we tried a lot of sh*t on there. It took us like a year to make. We try to a bunch of stuff, just a lot of different ideas and we worked with some cool people too, really dope people. I don’t know when this is coming out but worked with this dude named Renville, he’s tight. We’ve been working with this guy named Sam Truth, he’s our homie and he’s really fire. We worked with this rapper from LA named ICECOLDBISHOP, and he like dashed. We worked with some pretty cool producers and I feel like on that project, we just tried to make every single possible type of song good.
So would you say that this next project, are you guys off the porch yet?
BB: We’re off the porch and we just got hit by a bus.
Are there any features you guys can talk about on here?
JF: Yeah, we got Adele on here.
What?
JF: I’m going to shut the f*ck up. That’d be tight.
BB: Redveil, Sam Truth, ICECOLDBISHOP. Those are our three features.
JF: And Kelly Clarkson.
How crazy would that be? Has there been an artist that’s reached out to you guys like, “Yo, I f*ck with you,” but you guys were shocked?
Ivan: I mean, this is not one that was like, “Oh sh*t, no way” but like Lil Xan followed us, and we were like, what? The best person to ever interact with us or follow us was Tay Zonday, who did “Chocolate Rain.” That tops everything else.
Who is that?
JF: Tay Zonday, the dude who made the YouTube video, however long ago where he sang “Chocolate Rain”? He’s a legend. You got to look him up. He’s bigger than Drake, for real.
You guys also have a fire song called “Memphis.” Ferg hopped on it. You have NLE Choppa on it. Tell me about the inspiration behind the song and its connection to Memphis.
JF: That song just came when…I was going to say some sort of dumb sh*t I guess I’ll tell the truth. Basically, we were in the studio and we’d almost finished our album Halfway Off The Porch, and it was super late at night. It was four in the morning. This producer that we were working with at the time, was playing the sample and it was like “North Memphis n****s North Memphis n*****s.” He’s trying to f*ck with it for a minute, and then he just didn’t like what he was doing. He was going to trash it and I think it was just me and him awake at the time. I was like, “You got to keep using that. That’s dope. Try something else, try something different.”
He got the loop right and chopped it. I was hearing the “North Memphis n****s” but all I could hear in my head and just “know, let these n**** know, let these n**** know.” I was just like, “f*ck it, let me just record this real quick.” I recorded that. After that it was like a wrap, we just started writing and just putting verses on. When it came time to name the song, we don’t try to think too much about the titles. We don’t try to get like mad OCD about what the title is and how deep the meaning is and sh*t. It’s either going to be funny as hell or something that came with zero effort or something like that.
JF: When it came time to the name of the song, it was just like, f*ck it, let’s name the song “Memphis.” Like the sample says, “North Memphis” and you know, it can kind of be a shoutout to Memphis. We didn’t know that it was going to be what it ended up becoming. We were just kind of like, whatever nobody’s going to know, nobody’s going to care.
A lot of people care.
JF: Now we got people in our YouTube comments talking about, “Y’all not even from Memphis, y’all can’t come to Memphis — blah, blah, blah.”
BB: “Why do they all have nose rings?”
You guys were talking about weird titles. I thought the “Youtube2mp3” title was very, very funny. It has nothing to do with the song at all.
BB: It’s because we’re thieves, we steal internet stuff for free.
Using a YouTube downloader.
BB: We’re pirates, literally. I can’t think of why we named it that.
JF: I think when we were in the studio making that song, we made another beat after and we used a sample and we downloaded the video from YouTube. Then at the end of the night, one of our producers, always asks us, “What do you want to name the song?” So I’m pretty sure YouTube2MP3 was open on the computer. So we were just like, “Youtube2MP3.”
What are your favorite songs that you guys are excited about? Your fans might like something else, but you want them to listen to this?
BB: We got this one song called “A Bitch Curious”. My wife wrote some of it and she’s featured on it. Her name is Cam. She’s going crazy, she’s on come the up for sure. It’s one of my favorite songs on the album.
She’s getting her points.
JF: We’ve got this song called “Queso” and I really like the verses on it. We made this song called “Queso” right after the last album Halfway Off The Porch came out. We made it in March 2020, and I just really like the verses on that. It almost didn’t make the project, but it’s on there as a bonus and that’s kind of cool.
BB: “NoHo” with ICECOLDBISHOP is going to go crazy.
JF: Oh yeah, ICECOLDBISHOP gave the most insane, alien verse. It was like out of this world, he tapped into a different universe, it’s insane. It’s the craziest double, triple time [verse] I’ve ever heard in my life.
I love how chaotic you guys are. What else should your supporters be looking out for with you guys? We are about to open up outside. Going on tour? What’s good?
BB: Eat at Arby’s.
Arby’s?
BB: You know Arby’s, ask for the God Meat sandwich. It’s the secret menu items.
JF: Facts. Arby’s and Del Taco are the sponsored restaurants for AG Club. We’ve never been to Arby’s, but it would just be funny if we did. Arby’s is the chum bucket, but if they sponsored us, that would be sick.
BB: I still wouldn’t eat there, they have to give me a McDonald’s sandwich. I’d eat a lot of things before I’d eat Arby’s.
JF: We love the fans, we love everybody that supports us. Thank you to everybody that is holding us down. We got a sh*t load of videos that’s coming. We got a TV show in the works, we got some films we want to drop. The press is going to go crazy with the pieces. We have so much planned for this year and next year outside of music. It’s going to be crazy. It’s just the beginning. F*ck Your Expectations is just like the pistol start. The race is about to commence.
