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Nike Ja 2 “Induction” Officially Unveiled

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The Nike Ja 2 is honoring Ja Morant’s induction into the Murray State Hall of Fame with the upcoming “Induction” colorway. Originally planned as a player’s exclusive, this special edition will now be available to the public, though it will not include the exclusive wooden packaging that was initially planned. This release celebrates Morant’s remarkable achievements during his time at Murray State, where he earned honors like Consensus All-American 1st Team (2018-19) and the Bob Cousy Award (2018-19). The “Induction” Nike Ja 2 features a light blue colorway, representing Murray State’s colors.

Pink and yellow accents add vibrant touches to the upper, giving the sneaker a bold and energetic look. These bright details create a fresh, standout vibe for this sleek design. Built for both performance and style, the Nike Ja 2 continues to reflect Morant’s explosive play on the court. Its lightweight and supportive structure ensures comfort and agility, making it perfect for dynamic movements. This “Induction” colorway offers fans the chance to own a piece of Ja’s college legacy, celebrating his incredible journey at Murray State. Keep an eye out for this highly anticipated release, honoring one of college basketball’s brightest stars.

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These sneakers come with a light rubber sole paired with a coordinating midsole. Also, the uppers are crafted from a light blue material, accented by yellow details and white stripes. Additionally, the Swoosh is outlined in yellow. Lastly, light pink appears on the tongue and laces.

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Nice Kicks reports that the Nike Ja 2 “Induction” will be released on September 26th. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $120 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.

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Mary J. Blige Recalls Learning She’s A 2024 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Inductee: “It’s A Big Deal”

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Earlier this week, this year’s Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame inductees were finally unveiled. Much to fans’ excitement, Mary J Blige made the cut, along with A Tribe Called Quest, Ozzy Osbourne, and more. Blige has been making hits for decades now, but nonetheless, she was blown away by the news.

During a recent appearance on The Tamron Hall Show, she opened up about learning the news, and reflected on her journey up to this point in her career. “I’m still trying to process this whole thing. It’s a big deal. I’m just so grateful because I know it didn’t have to be this way but it is this way, and I give all the credit to God. I don’t even know what else to do. It’s just so humbling,” the performer explained. “I don’t know what to do besides be grateful and thankful.”

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Mary J. Blige Says “Amazing Things Have Happened”

“I was home and I got the news from some people in my camp, my business, and I was grateful for the nomination because I was next to Cher, Mariah Carey, Sade, all these amazing women,” Blige continued. “When I saw Cher, I was like, ‘We can forget about it.’ [laughs] Let me just sit down and be grateful for the nomination. So, when I heard the news on Sunday, I was like ‘What the—?’”

“I work so hard mentally, spiritually, physically, intellectually. I’ve been through everything in front of the world, from taxes to shame to abusive relationships. All kinds of stuff I’ve been through. I figured out how to come out classy and strong, you know? Just keep moving to the next thing. It’s just about being grateful. Amazing things have happened,” Blige concluded. What do you think of Mary J Blige being one of the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame’s 2024 inductees? What about her recent appearance on The Tamron Hall Show? Share your thoughts in the comments section down below, and keep an eye on HNHH for more updates.

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A Tribe Called Quest, Mary J. Blige, Ozzy Osbourne, & More Among Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame’s Class Of 2024

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A Tribe Called Quest, Mary J. Blige, Ozzy Osbourne, and several more iconic artists are among the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s choices for the class of 2024. Ryan Seacrest and Lionel Richie, who is already in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, revealed the full list of artists during Sunday night’s episode of American Idol. During the show, the 12 remaining contestants performed classic songs from previous inductees.

More performers to make the cut include Cher, Dave Matthews Band, Kool & The Gang, Peter Frampton, and Foreigner. Additionally, the Musical Influence Award goes to Alexis Korner, John Mayall, and Big Mama Thornton. The Musical Excellence Award, on the other hand, goes to Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick, and Norman Whitfield.

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A Tribe Called Quest Poses In N.Y.C.

Ali Shaheed Muhammad, Phife Dawg and Q-TIp of the hip hop group “A Tribe Called Quest” pose for a portrait session in July 1991 in New York. (Photo by Al Pereira/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)

Osbourne addressed the selection in an email provided to Billboard. He was previously inducted as a member of Black Sabbath. “I definitely wouldn’t say I was confident,” Osbourne said regarding his solo success. He added that the 2021 induction of Randy Rhoads, his late songwriting partner, “made me feel we could be on to something. With every new music venture there’s always a certain amount of surprise that comes when you see the fans embrace it, because no one wants to make a record and have it flop. I feel like I was invited to a party in 1980, and it hasn’t stopped. Not bad for a guy who was fired from his last band.” Check out the full list of inductees for the class of 2024 below.

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The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s 2024 ceremony will stream live on Disney+ on Oct. 19. Be on the lookout for further updates on the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s class of 2024 on HotNewHipHop.

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DJ Kool Herc Breaks Into Tears As LL Cool J Inducts Him Into Hall Of Fame, Big Boi Speaks For Kate Bush

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DJ Kool Herc broke down into tears as LL Cool J inducted him into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame on Friday night. LL Cool J reflected on the origins of hip-hop by discussing how Herc helped spawn the genre DJ’ing a party for his sister, Cindy Campbell. She had been trying to raise money for back-to-school clothes in 1973.

“We don’t know how much money Cindy managed to raise that day or what clothes she managed to buy but we know she changed the course of history, of music history,” LL Cool J said. “That party has come to be known as the birthplace of hip-hop.” He added: “It’s a culture that changed my life obviously. It changed the lives of millions and millions of people.” While taking the stage, Herc admitted: “I got tears in my eyes.” Cindy joined him for the speech.

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DJ Kool Herc & LL Cool J Embrace At Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – NOVEMBER 03: LL Cool J and Cindy Campbell present an award to DJ Kool Herc (R) onstage during the 38th Annual Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony at Barclays Center on November 03, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)

Outside of Herc, Kate Bush, George Michael, Sheryl Crow, The Spinners, Link Wray, Chaka Khan, Missy Elliott, Al Kooper, Bernie Taupin, and Don Cornelius were all inducted on Friday night. At the ceremony, Big Boi spoke in honor of Bush. He explained that he’s been a fan of the legendary singer since middle school.

Big Boi Speaks On Kate Bush

“It’s no surprise that she had a surge of popularity decades after she emerged on the scene,” Big Boi said. “After all, if you were hearing Kate’s music for the first time, why wouldn’t you believe she was a current artist? The only mistake you might make is that the artists she influenced had influenced her. But it’s very much the other way around. Kate Bush has helped shape contemporary music, even the music of artists who have never heard of her. She is a true artist and a true visionary and that’s why Kate Bush belongs in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.”

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Nas & Lil Wayne Inducted Into Billboard’s Hip-Hop Hall Of Fame, Ice Spice Wins 1st Award

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Nas and Lil Wayne have officially been inducted into Billboard‘s newfound Hip Hop Hall of Fame. The two reflected on the honor during the publication’s 2023 R&B/Hip-Hop Power Players event in Los Angeles on Tuesday. Additionally, Ice Spice accepted an award for the 2023 R&B/Hip-Hop Rookie of the Year at the event.

Billboard‘s Executive Director of R&B/Hip Hop, Gail Mitchell, introduced Lil Wayne to the stage for the Hall of Fame honor. Once Weezy got to the mic, he told the audience: “You already know I gotta give thanks to the man up above. Also, those that we lost, those that we wish were here, we thank you as well… And to my fans, I think I worded it the best way when I said I ain’t shit without you. This is for y’all, y’all as in my fans, those in the crowd, my supporters, those that work for me, those that work with me, those that work around me, those that work like me. This is for us.” Before getting off state, he teased working on new music.

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Nas & Lil Wayne At Billboard R&B Hip-Hop Live

Lil Wayne, Reginae Carter, Destiny Jones, Nas at Billboard R&B Hip-Hop Live held at The Novo on August 8, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Christopher Polk/Billboard via Getty Images)

As for Nas’ induction, he reflected on his career, explaining that he never got into hip-hop for the recognition. “I didn’t get into it for awards; we got into it because we love the artform,” he said. “50 years of Hip Hop and we have a concert at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx. 50 years of Hip Hop saluting some of the pioneers who inspired me…since DJ Mr. Magic started rap radio, since Marley Mall and Red Alert made us record mixtapes of our own when this shit was underground.”

Nas & Lil Wayne Inducted Into Hall of Fame

Nas continued: “From seeing it from back then, I’m just so honored to still be alive to see it be 50 years as a fan. So I want to thank you all for getting awards at 49, not when I was 29. But I appreciate you. I ain’t gonna lie, I stayed away from award shows back then, I thought that shit was the devil … But it ain’t. You make it what it is.” As for Ice Spice’s award, she kept things brief on stage. She gushed: “Ahh, this is cr*zy! This is like my first award ever in life, so I’m super proud.”

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Missy Elliott Celebrates Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction

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Missy Elliott has made history by becoming the first female rapper to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. She is now celebrating this achievement with her fans, friends, and fellow artists. On May 3, the iconic rapper took to social media to express her excitement about this prestigious honor. “It’s times I have gotten online & seen your irrelevant your a flop your washed up & it would crush me at times,” she tweeted, “BUT God you made me STRONG I kept going & you allowed my decades of WORK to SPEAK 4 itself. I am HUMBLED thank you all my Supporters. I LOVE YOU.”

Missy Elliott has previously spoken about her impact on the world of hip-hop. In a recent Instagram post, she mentioned that she received criticism for her Barbie-inspired music video for “Beep Me 911.” She now recognizes that she was ahead of her time. In early April, a new trailer for the Barbie movie was released, generating excitement from many people. However, Missy Elliott had a more complex response to the trailer. “Some folks clowned me [Timbaland] & Magoo for doing a Barbie style video with our arms painted like joints and Tim and Magoo Ken hairstyles,” she tweeted. “I remember crying but I realized I was just years ahead of the game.”

Missy Remains Humble, Even As An Icon

In a new Instagram post, Missy expressed her gratitude once again for her historic Hall of Fame induction. “I want to say this is HUGE not for just me but all my Sisters in HIPHOP… to showcase the hard work that many of us WOMEN contribute to MUSIC,” Missy began. “I have cried all day because I am GRATEFUL thank you [Rock and Roll Hall of Fame] & all on the committee & Supafriends.” Missy then went on to point out her humble beginnings, representing her hometown of Portsmouth, Virginia.

In addition to shouting out her hometown, Missy also paid tribute to her fellow inductees. Other artists being added to the Hall of Fame this year include Chaka Khan and DJ Kool Herc. “CONGRATULATIONS to all the other LEGENDARY artists who will now be inducted in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame,” Missy said. “They have committed DECADES of hard work and IMPACT in music… Thank you 4 sharing your gifts with the world.” What do you think of Missy’s response to her induction? Is there anyone else they should have added but didn’t? Let us know in the comments!

Consequence Slams Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame For A Tribe Called Quest Omission

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Consequence called out the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on Wednesday, voicing his frustration that the organization snubbed A Tribe Called Quest once again. He discussed the Class of 2023 selections during an interview with TMZ, which he recorded at the group’s mural in Queens, NY.

“This is the family tree for me,” Cons said of the group. “This the tree that brought you G.O.O.D Music. This the tree that allowed Common Sense to be Common. This is the right-hand man to De La Soul. Stop me when I’m lying.”

A Tribe Called Quest In NYC

Ali Shaheed Muhammad, Phife Dawg and Q-TIp of the hip hop group “A Tribe Called Quest” pose for a portrait session in July 1991 in New York . (Photo by Al Pereira/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)

“What we not gonna do is keep subjugating that name, A Tribe Called Quest, to a white popularity contest,” Consequence further added. He later congratulated Missy Elliott and the many other artists who did make it into the Class of 2023. The full list of inductees includes Kate Bush, Rage Against the Machine, Chaka Khan, Sheryl Crow, Willie Nelson, George Michael, and the Spinners, among others.

John Sykes, chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation, said that Missy Elliot’s induction is a sign of the power of hip-hop. “Missy Elliott got in first ballot, just like Eminem got in first ballot last year and JAY-Z the year before,” he said in a statement. “So if there’s a throughline we’re seeing, it shows the power of hip-hop music culture now, as if we didn’t know it already, as far as how quickly these artists are being recognized on the first ballot.” Other hip-hop artists to make it into The Hall over the years include Run-D.M.C., Beastie Boys, Public Enemy, N.W.A, 2Pac, The Notorious B.I.G., as well as LL Cool J, and more.

The 38th annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony will take place on November 3 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. The hall’s contract with HBO has expired and they’ve yet to announce who their new media partner will be for the event.

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Missy Elliott Reacts To Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction

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Missy Elliott responded to the news that she’s a member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s Class of 2023 in a series of tweets on Wednesday. After congratulating the other nominees, she thanked her fans, peers, and more.

“I want to say CONGRATULATIONS to all the other LEGENDARY artist who will now be inducted in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame,” Elliott wrote. “They have committed DECADES of hard work and IMPACT on music. I thank you for the TIMELESS music you have shared with the World.” The Hall welcomed many other names including Kate Bush, Rage Against the Machine, Chaka Khan, Sheryl Crow, Willie Nelson, and more.

Missy Elliott At The Grammys

Missy Elliott during The 44th Annual Grammy Awards at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California, United States. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic, Inc)

Elliot wrote in her next tweet: “It’s times I have gotten on line & seen your irrelevant your a flop your washed up & it would crush me at times. BUT God you made me STRONG I kept going & you allowed my decades of WORK to SPEAK 4 itself. I am HUMBLED thank you all my Supporters. I LOVE YOU.” She then added: “If I miss some of yalls tweets please forgive me it’s a lot to see but I do want to say Thank You to my Fans (Supafriends) my Peers/Radio/Dj’s/Bloggers & again
@rockhall I am Thankful.”

Missy Elliott enters the hall during her first time being on the ballot. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation Chairman John Sykes says that her inclusion is indicative of the power of hip-hop. Both Eminem and JAY-Z have made it into The Hall in recent years. With her induction, Elliott joins an impressive list of legendary hip-hop artists already in the hall. Among them are Run-D.M.C., Beastie Boys, Public Enemy, N.W.A, 2Pac, The Notorious B.I.G., LL Cool J, and more. The 38th annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony will take place on November 3 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. Check out Missy Elliot’s response to her induction on Twitter below.

Missy Elliott’s Responds To The Class Of 2023

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Missy Elliott, DJ Kool Herc, & More Inducted Into Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame

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Missy Elliott, DJ Kool Herc, and more artists have made it into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s Class of 2023. The organization announced the full list of artists that will be joining the hall on Wednesday. More artists voted into the hall include Kate Bush, Rage Against the Machine, Chaka Khan, Sheryl Crow, Willie Nelson, George Michael, and the Spinners, among others.

“This year’s incredible group of inductees reflects the diverse artists and sounds that define rock & roll,” said John Sykes, chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation. “We are honored that this November’s Induction Ceremony in New York will coincide with two milestones in music culture; the 90th birthday of Willie Nelson and the 50th Anniversary of the birth of hip-hop.”

Missy Elliott On The Hollywood Walk of Fame

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – NOVEMBER 08: Missy Elliott speaks onstage during her Hollywood Walk of Fame Star Ceremony at Hollywood Walk of Fame on November 08, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images)

Missy Elliott enters the hall during her first time being on the ballot. Sykes notes that it’s a sign of the power of hip-hop at the moment, referencing the recent inductions of JAY-Z and Eminem. “Missy Elliott got in first ballot, just like Eminem got in first ballot last year and JAY-Z the year before. So if there’s a throughline we’re seeing,” Sykes said. “It shows the power of hip-hop music culture now, as if we didn’t know it already, as far as how quickly these artists are being recognized on the first ballot.” Elliott is also the only artist in the class to make it in her first year of eligibility. It was, however, Crow and Michael’s first year on the ballot as well.

Missy Elliott joins a long list of legendary hip-hop artists already in the hall. Among them are Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five, Run-D.M.C., Beastie Boys, Public Enemy, N.W.A, 2Pac, The Notorious B.I.G., LL Cool J, and more. The 38th annual Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony will take place on November 3 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. The hall’s contract with HBO has expired and it’s unclear who their media partner will be for the event.

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Snoop Dogg & Sade Among 2023 Songwriters Hall Of Fame Inductees 

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Snoop Dogg, Sade, and more are among the inductees for the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2023. The organization announced the full roster for this year’s class on Wednesday.

Other notable inclusions are Gloria Estefan, Electric Light Orchestra founder Jeff Lynne, Teddy Riley, and Taylor Swift collaborator Liz Rose.

AUSTIN, TX – MARCH 15: Snoop Dogg performs onstage at the SXSW Outdoor Stage at Butler Park during the 2014 SXSW Music, Film + Interactive Festival. (Photo by Jordan Naylor/Getty Images for SXSW)

In making its decision, the hall cited Snoop’s key songs as “Drop It Like It’s Hot,” “Nuthin’ But A ‘G’ Thang,” “Young, Wild & Free,” “Gin & Juice,” and “Next Episode.”

For Sade, they selected her tracks “Smooth Operator,” “No Ordinary Love,” “The Sweetest Taboo,” “By Your Side,” as well as “Is It A Crime.”

Chairman Nile Rodgers explained the hall’s choices in a statement, according to Deadline.

“The music industry does not exist without songwriters delivering great songs first. Without them there is no recorded music, no concert business, no merch, nothing. It all starts with the song and the songwriter,” he said. “We are therefore very proud that we are continually recognizing some of the culturally most important songwriters of all time.”

He added that the 2023 slate “represents not just iconic songs but also diversity and unity across genres, ethnicity and gender, songwriters who have enriched our lives and, in their time, literally transformed music and the lives of billions of listeners all over the world.”

A number of other artists were nominated for this year’s class but were passed over including R.E.M., Blondie, Patti Smith, and more.

The class will be inducted at the 52nd Annual Induction and Awards Gala on Thursday, June 15. The ceremony will occur at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York. 

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