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Snoop Dogg Links With Dr. Dre And Alus On The Verse-Swapping New ‘Missionary’ Single ‘Outta Da Blue’

November 21, 2024 by newhiphopnews

In recent days, Snoop Dogg has been occupied with rolling out his upcoming Dr. Dre-produced album, Missionary. Last month, he announced the December 13 release date and did it with a comedic skit starring two missionaries. Later, he shared the condom-inspired cover art and the tracklist, which features 50 Cent, Eminem, Tom Petty, Jelly Roll, Dre, Sting, Jhené Aiko, BJ The Chicago Kid, and more.

Also featured on the project is Alus, who appears on “Outta Da Blue,” which was shared today (November 21). Fans got an early look at the track a few days ago when it was featured in the trailer for Jamie Foxx and Cameron Diaz’s upcoming Netflix film Back In Action.

While Snoop and Dre have worked together on many occasions over the years, Missionary is the first time they’ve done a full album together since 1993’s Doggystyle.

Meanwhile, it was also announced today that Snoop will close out the ongoing third season of the Amazon Music Live concert series. His performance will take place on Black Friday (November 29) at 4 p.m. PT, and it’ll be viewable via Prime Video and Twitch. More information can be found here.

Listen to “Outta Da Blue” above.

Missionary is out 12/13 via Death Row/Aftermath/Interscope Records. Find more information here.

Best Look Yet At Upcoming Air Jordan 3 “Black Cat”

November 21, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Newly surfaced retailer photos give a closer look at the highly anticipated Air Jordan 3 “Black Cat,” set to release on January 11th. Also, this all-black colorway pays tribute to Michael Jordan’s iconic nickname, “Black Cat,” with a sleek, monochromatic design. Further, the sneaker stays true to Jordan Brand’s legacy, combining heritage and performance. Key details include the classic elephant print overlays and the Jumpman logo on the heel, which add depth to the stealthy aesthetic while honoring the silhouette’s storied history.

Anticipation continues to grow among sneaker enthusiasts and collectors as the release date for the Air Jordan 3 “Black Cat” approaches. Also, with its understated yet striking design, this pair offers a timeless addition to any collection. The monochromatic black finish and heritage-inspired details make it a standout, capturing the essence of Michael Jordan’s influence on the game and sneaker culture. The Air Jordan 3 “Black Cat” promises to be one of the most talked-about releases of the year, appealing to fans who value both style and legacy.

“Black Cat” Air Jordan 3

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These sneakers include a smooth black rubber outsole paired with a neat black midsole, offering a refined, unified appearance. Further, the uppers are crafted entirely from high-quality black nubuck, providing a luxurious touch. The design also features subtle black elephant print accents, adding texture and depth. Also, black laces and matching lace locks complete the monochromatic look. Lastly, understated yet iconic black Jumpman logos are placed on the tongue and heel.

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Sneaker News reports that the Air Jordan 3 “Black Cat” will be released on January 11th. Also, the retail price will be $200 when they are released. The sleek all-black design is already generating buzz among sneaker enthusiasts. Its nod to Michael Jordan’s legacy and bold aesthetic make it a standout release for the start of the year. With its premium materials and timeless appeal, this drop is poised to leave a lasting impression.

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Metro Boomin Gets Brutally Honest About “Personal Issue” With Drake

November 21, 2024 by newhiphopnews

In an upcoming interview with GQ recently teased by Elliott Wilson, Metro Boomin and Future discuss their collaborative albums, creative processes, and more. Unsurprisingly, they also talk about the viral feud between Drake and Kendrick Lamar which erupted partially due to the latter’s appearance on their We Don’t Trust You track “Like That.”

Metro even opened up about the root of his own issues with the Toronto rapper, and while he didn’t give specifics, made it clear that it’s personal. “Me and [Drake], we had a personal issue, and for the record, not over no girl or nothing silly like that,” he explained. “It was a personal issue that really hurt me and disappointed me.”

Metro Boomin Admits Unnamed Personal Issue With Drake “Really Hurt” Him

Metro Boomin Gets Brutally Honest About “Personal Issue” With Drake — May 20, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis native and American record producer Metro Boomin waves to the crowd before throwing out a first pitch wearing the St. Louis Cardinals City Connect jersey before a game against the Baltimore Orioles at Busch Stadium. Jeff Curry / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Metro continued, noting how there was nothing out of the ordinary about their falling out, besides the fact that they’re both public figures. “If you take all the rap entertainment out of it, it’s like, have you ever been real cool with somebody, and y’all fell out over something? It happens every day. It’s just regular sh*t. This just happens to have an audience,” he said.

This was far from the only vulnerable moment of the interview, however. Metro Boomin also took the opportunity to admit that he regrets going after Drake on X. “Now I did have my moment online, which I do regret. I should have been stronger than that. That was out of character for me. But at a certain point, it’s like, I don’t rap, bro, so you’re going to just sh*t on me on all of these songs… I’m not going to get in the booth, so I’m finna tweet at you,” he stated.

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Diddy’s Lawyers Accuse Prosecutors Of Altering Cassie Footage & Using Misleading Evidence

November 21, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Diddy continues to face an uphill legal battle in his federal case for alleged sex trafficking, and the stakes are raising for both sides of the court. Moreover, this debacle concerns the defense’s attempts to secure bail, for which they recently filed their reply in support of said request according to journalist Meghann Cuniff, who provided a PDF of the legal filing. They allege that prosecutors altered the footage of the Bad Boy mogul assaulting Cassie in a hotel room for the first bail hearing, and that they used misleading evidence in support of their allegations. This relates to the prosecution’s claim that Sean Combs attempted to tamper with witnesses and manipulate the trial for himself.

As you can probably tell, the Diddy case now finds itself in a very dangerous situation. Basically, both sides of the court launched allegations at one another that could seriously jeopardize their credibility, legality, level of trust, and legitimacy. Still, the court has yet to make any significantly final judgements on any of these accusations, which will surely continue as the pre-trial and trial proceedings heat up in the near future.

Diddy’s Defense Team Continues Their Accusations Against The Prosecution

Diddy's lawyers have filed their reply in support of his bail request.

It says prosecutors in his first bail hearing "submitted an altered video that omitted key scenes and presented events materially out of order."

PDF: https://t.co/DH96VoGZ72 pic.twitter.com/czLIvOEE8s

— Meghann Cuniff (@meghanncuniff) November 21, 2024

For example, there has been a lot of recent debate around whether or not prosecutors and the court are doing everything in their power to ensure they don’t violate Diddy’s rights. One of these questions circles around some photos that folks allegedly took of trial notes that authorities seized during a raid on his jail cell. However, again, it’s very possible that the court will eventually place blame on either the prosecution or the defense, and that both entities can’t emerge unscathed at the same time. In other words, it seems to not be a question about whether the court will find someone at fault, but rather who.

In fact, a lot of folks wonder whether Diddy can even have a fair trial in the first place, given just how large the scale of this scandal ended up becoming. Maybe his celebrity will work out in his favor during trial, or maybe it will be his downfall. Either way, the important thing to focus on is the evidence and the maintenance of a fair and just trial process.

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Mac Miller’s Long-Awaited Project ‘Balloonerism’ Lands A 2025 Release Date

November 21, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Mac Miller’s Balloonerism will be coming out on Jan. 17, 2025, his estate announced on Thursday (Nov. 21). The big news was paired with a trailer, which debuted earlier in the month at 2024’s Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival, and a closer look at the official artwork.

Mac Miller’s Lost Album ‘Balloonerism’ Is Finally Getting An Official Release

November 21, 2024 by newhiphopnews

A teaser seen at this year’s Camp Flog Gnaw festival seemed to tease an official release of the long-lost Mac Miller album Balloonerism. Now, we know for sure: Today, an official release of Balloonerism was announced, set for January 17, 2025.

There’s also an accompanying film to be released, a trailer for which is above.

A statement from Miller’s family reads:

“Many of Malcolm’s fans are aware of Balloonerism, a full-length album that Malcolm created around the time of the release of Faces in 2014. It is a project that was of great importance to Malcolm — to the extent that he commissioned artwork for it and discussions concerning when it should be released were had regularly, though ultimately GO:OD AM and subsequent albums ended up taking precedence.

We believe the project showcases both the breadth of his musical talents and fearlessness as an artist. Given that unofficial versions of the album have circulated online for years and that releasing Balloonerism was something that Malcolm frequently expressed being important to him, we felt it most appropriate to present an official version of the project to the world. With that in mind, we’re happy to announce that Balloonerism will be released on January 17th, 2025.”

The official tracklist has not yet been revealed, but for an idea of what it is likely to look like, there’s a tracklist from a version of the project that surfaced in 2021 (via Genius). However, while that has 16 tracks, the new release has 14 tracks (per Apple Music).

Mac Miller’s Balloonerism Album Cover Artwork

Balloonerism is out 11/17/2025 via Warner Records. Find more information here.

Katt Williams Clarifies Shocking Diddy Claims He Made On “Club Shay Shay”

November 21, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Earlier this week, GQ published an exclusive interview with Katt Williams, which appears in their Men of The Year issue. In the interview, the controversial comedian discussed his viral appearance on Shannon Sharpe’s podcast Club Shay Shay, which has racked up a staggering 83 million views since its January release. At the time, he went after several of his celebrity peers including Steve Harvey, Kevin Hart, Cedric The Entertainer, and more. He even made some shocking claims about Diddy, who is currently behind bars facing disturbing allegations.

“Because P. Diddy be wanting to party, and you got to tell him no!” he alleged, “I did.” Williams told GQ how Diddy “ended up on his list,” and his answer was fairly simple. According to him, it all started with his love for 2Pac. “So when I was a young man, Tupac was my favorite artist. I loved Tupac. And I felt like we were kindred spirits,” he recalled. “So if I hear you responsible for knocking my n***a off — I don’t give a f**k what job I end up being in, I don’t care how things go, if I can get a way to get you, that’s what I’m all about.”

Katt Williams Says He Didn’t Like Seeing Diddy “Walking Around Scot-Free”

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Williams continued, admitting he didn’t like seeing Diddy “walking around scot-free” considering all of the heinous things he’s allegedly done. “‘Cause you a demon, and I know demons are powerful, but I know why they’re powerful,” he explained. “It’s cold spiritual warfare going on out here in the real world. And part of my job is to not lose focus on that.”

Williams’ first appearance on Club Shay Shay may not be his last, as earlier this week, Sharpe seemingly teased a second bombshell interview. “There’s a possibility that you might hear the haymakers very very soon,” he said on Nightcap recently. At the time of writing, the potential interview has no official release date.

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Sneaker Culture Meets Gaming With Fortnite Kicks

November 21, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Today, November 21st, Fortnite Kicks brings sneakers into the world of gaming with Nike and Jordan joining the action. Players can now add iconic designs like Air Jordans and other Nike classics to their Fortnite characters. This collaboration mixes the worlds of gaming and sneaker culture, giving fans a fresh way to show off their style in the virtual space. It’s a unique way for Fortnite players to combine their love for the game with some of the most recognizable sneakers around.

Fortnite Kicks is a new step for how fashion and gaming come together. Sneakers have always been about personal expression, and now they bring that same energy to Fortnite. Adding these iconic designs gives players another way to customize their look and stand out in the game. This partnership shows how gaming and real-world trends can connect, creating something exciting for fans of both. It’s a fun way to see two different cultures come together in a creative and interactive way.

Nike & Jordan x Fortnite

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As you can see, lots of popular models are going to be wearable in-game. The Air Jordan 3 “Black Cement” brings its timeless appeal, with its black leather base, elephant print overlays, and red accents translating perfectly to Fortnite’s virtual world. It’s a sneaker that has long been celebrated for its bold design and connection to Michael Jordan’s legacy. Meanwhile, the Air Jordan 1 “Black Toe Reimagined” offers a fresh take on a classic, with its striking black, white, and red colorway. Known for its history and cultural significance, this design adds an iconic touch to any character’s outfit in the game.

Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the “Show ’Em Off” emote will be available in the Fortnite Item Shop from November 21 at 7 PM to December 1 at 7 PM (Eastern Time). This marks a new step in Nike and Jordan’s digital foray. Fortnite Kicks brings something special for fans of sneakers and gaming alike.

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Snoop Dogg & Dr. Dre Team Up With Alus For Hard-Hitting Single “Outta Da Blue”

November 21, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Snoop Dogg is currently gearing up to unleash his highly anticipated album with Dr. Dre, Missionary. The project will be a follow-up to his iconic 1993 debut, Doggystyle, and is slated for release on December 13. To get listeners excited about what’s to come, the California-born rapper unveiled yet another single today, “Outta Da Blue.” It features both Dr. Dre and New Jersey songstress Alus.

They first previewed the new track at ComplexCon a few days ago. It’s also featured in the trailer for an upcoming Netflix film, “Back In Action,” which stars Jamie Foxx and Cameron Diaz. Aside from producing the track, fans hear Dr. Dre deliver some hard-hitting bars. The song even samples M.I.A.’s 2007 single, “Paper Planes.” The release of “Outta Da Blue” comes just weeks after Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre unveiled the star-studded Missionary tracklist, and left supporters more eager than ever to hear what they have up their sleeve.

It features the likes of BJ The Chicago Kid, Jhené Aiko, Tom Petty, Jelly Roll, Sting, Method Man, 50 Cent, Eminem, and many more. This isn’t the only new material they’ve gotten from the duo in recent weeks, however. During a live episode of Drink Champs at ComplexCon, they also debuted several other snippets from the album. They even previewed the Sting collab they’ve been teasing since this summer, which interpolates his band The Police’s “Message In A Bottle.” Already, they’ve been receiving a great deal of praise for what they’ve come up with, and fans can’t wait for the rest of Missionary.

Snoop Dogg Prepares To Unleash Missionary

Quotable Lyrics:

Uh, on sight, I give you the green light
Some n****s is all bark, my n***a, we all bite
You gambling with your life? Well f*ck it, let’s roll the dice
There’ll be some motherf*cking problems if this dog in a fight

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All Systems Go For Travis Scott x Jordan Jumpman Jack “Dark Mocha”

November 21, 2024 by newhiphopnews

Travis Scott’s Jordan Jumpman Jack is creating buzz with its striking “Dark Mocha” colorway. Official images are finally out, offering a detailed look at the sneaker’s bold design. The sleek black base is complemented by rich brown overlays, creating a striking contrast that feels both classic and modern. The use of premium materials and careful attention to detail ensures this pair stands out. The detailed photos showcase a perfect blend of Travis Scott’s edgy aesthetic and Jordan Brand’s timeless appeal. Further, this highly anticipated colorway continues the legacy of Scott’s unique influence in the sneaker world.

The “Dark Mocha” colorway is a testament to Travis Scott’s ability to seamlessly merge style and functionality. With its clean yet bold design, this sneaker is perfect for both casual wear and on-court performance. The reversed Swoosh, a signature element in Scott’s collaborations, adds a distinct touch to the design. The premium construction, complete with comfortable cushioning and high-quality craftsmanship, ensures durability and style. Now that the official images are out and the release date is set, anticipation is at an all-time high. This drop is shaping up to be one of the most exciting collaborations of the year.

“Dark Mocha” Jordan Jumpman Jack x Travis Scott

These sneakers feature a smooth black rubber sole paired with a simple black midsole. The uppers are made from black textile, highlighted by glossy brown leather overlays. Also, a reversed black Swoosh, a signature element of Travis Scott’s collaborations, adds a distinctive flair. Brown Jordan and Travis Scott logos are displayed on the tongue and heel, while a strap crosses over the base of the laces to complete the design. Overall, this sneaker is shaping up to be one of the most highly anticipated drops of the year.

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Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Travis Scott x Jordan Jumpman Jack TR “Dark Mocha” will be released on November 26th. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $200 when they drop.

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