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Uproxx & Sparkling Ice Lit Up Tetto’s Rooftop In Chicago For A Summertime ‘Sparkling Sessions’

August 8, 2024 by newhiphopnews

It’s always a party when Uproxx and Sparkling Ice are in town, and last week was no different. Sponsored by Sparkling Ice, Chicago came alive last Wednesday to celebrate all the sparkling flavors of summer for an exclusive Sparkling Sessions, an authentic and playful collaboration that made for the ultimate party.

Set against the backdrop of the stunning Chicago skyline, Tetto’s rooftop was colorfully lit and filled with fans energized for the festival days that were to follow at Lolla. Those who got in enjoyed an energetic performance by R&B star Justine Skye while Los Angeles comedian and DJ Zack Fox powered the evening with a dose of electronic beats.

Throughout, Tetto’s rooftop brimmed with a vibrant, summer atmosphere complete with custom Sparkling Ice cocktails, fresh food stations, a 3D photo booth, party games, and more.

Check out the official recap video (above) and these photos to see the awesome time guests had and the kind of party Uproxx and Sparkling Ice can throw!

Sparkling Sessions Chicago — UPROXX/SPARKLING ICE

Just Blaze and Katty Customs Return in Season 2 of ‘Fresh Pair’

July 13, 2023 by newhiphopnews

UPROXX, the popular youth culture and music platform, has announced the highly anticipated launch of season two of its original series, Fresh Pair. The first episode is now available for streaming on YouTube.com/UPROXX Video and Uproxx.com, with future availability on WMX Hip-Hop on The Roku Channel (Ch. 1137). Hosted by Grammy Award-winning hip-hop producer Just Blaze and renowned sneaker customizer Katty Customs, Fresh Pair season two offers captivating interviews with some of the biggest names in culture, including hip-hop icons Bun B, Ice Cube, Rick Ross, and more.

Continuing the format that fans adore, each episode revolves around a unique “script” provided by a one-of-a-kind pair of sneakers. Katty and Just collaborate to design custom shoes inspired by the featured guest. The reveal of the customized sneakers sparks engaging discussions about the guests’ careers, personal journeys, and their deep connection to sneaker culture and streetwear style.

“One of the most compelling things about hip-hop as a genre is the sense of walking in an artist’s shoes through their storytelling and art,” says Just Blaze. “Fresh Pair goes the extra mile in its second season to deliver what fans look for across culture in that regard – emphasizing the music, the style and the stories of some of the biggest names in the game.”

Katty Customs added, “Fresh Pair challenges us in the very best way. We take every element of the design very seriously and dive deep into the culture to conceptualize, design and create personal classics for our guests. It’s the best feeling when they resonate and you get to hear their reaction. Then to get to hear the fan response – that takes it to the next level for me, as a creative.”

You can watch the full season 1 here.

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Sexyy Red Reveals The 5 Laws Of “Pound Town”

June 14, 2023 by newhiphopnews

Sexyy Red recently shared what she believes to be the five laws of “Pound Town.” In an interview with Uproxx, the artist outlines the laws, with the first being to always use condoms. She goes on to further state the importance of safe sex, adding that sexual partners must “turn up” as well as practice good personal hygiene.

Sexyy Red is hot off of the release of her new full-length album, Hood Hottest Princess. The LP features notable guests such as Nicki Minaj, Juicy J, Sukihana, and more. The album follows her 2021 effort, Ghetto Superstar. On the album, her hit “Pound Town,” received a remix featuring Nicki Minaj. The remix, titled “Pound Town 2,” debuted at #66 on the Hot 100. Minaj and Sexyy Redd had a conversation on Instagram Live shortly after the song’s release. “This is only the f***ing beginning for her,” Minaj said about Sexyy Redd.

Sexyy Red Tells Fans To Practice Safe Sex

“This is what I told her: yo, people like you,” Minaj goes on, “People like what you have to say, they like your sound. So, make sure a whole bunch of people aren’t coming around trying to help you do this and help you do that. Because mothaf**kas really want to hear that raw sh*t, you know what I’m sayin’? And we missin’ it after a while in rap and we love discovering new people in rap and stuff like that.”

Minaj further hyped up the St. Louis rapper upon the release of “Pound Town 2,” writing, “Barbz!!! Omggggg!!!!” She revealed to her social media followers, “I’m so excited about this dope new collaboration. I ain’t get this ratchet in a minute chile!!! ENJOY!!!!!!” She went on to share, “I met with Sexyy Red and found her to be so down to earth and sweet. I couldn’t hear myself on this song at first but once I let go and decided to just have fun with a bad b!tch, I ended up LOVING how it came out!”

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Uproxx Launches Sneaker Series ‘Fresh Pair’ Starring Just Blaze And Katty Customs

September 28, 2022 by newhiphopnews

UPROXX, the youth culture & music destination, will launch Fresh Pair, on Wednesday, 9/28 at 12pm PT/ 3pm ET. This brand-new series stars hip-hop legend Just Blaze and sneaker customizer to the stars Katty Customs. In the series, the co-hosts sit down with some of the biggest names in culture, to talk about their careers and personal journeys through the prism of a 1-of-1 custom shoe, made just for them.

Season One guests include Jadakiss, The Game, T.I., Redman, EL-P, Jim Jones, Styles P, and will.i.am.

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Jadakiss Names His “Top 5 Voices In Hip Hop”

September 27, 2022 by newhiphopnews

The fusion of streetwear and Hip Hop has existed since the inception of the culture. From those early days when Run-DMC was fully fitted in Adidas to Puff Daddy pushing Sean John to Kanye West dominating the fashion world with Yeezy, this merge is often seen as the very foundation of how Hip Hop is perceived by the masses.

This week, Uproxx premieres its new show Fresh Pair hosted by legendary producer Just Blaze and Katty Customs, a streetwear designer as well as sneakers restorer and customizer. Guests include The Game, T.I., Redman, EL-P, Jim Jones, Styles P, will.i.am, and Jadakiss.

(Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images for TIDAL)

On the show, Katty and Blaze sit down with these artists to talk about important moments in their careers and then based on those conversations, the hosts create a one-of-a-kind pair of kicks tailored to the artist, specifically.

During Jadakiss’s appearance, Katty asked him to name his Top 5 Voices that he likes in Hip Hop.

“This show is amazing because nobody ever asked me who I think got the Top 5, or Top 3, or any type of voices,” said Jada. “And it took me a while—that’s like, education in music, just to know the different, sonically of people’s voices… Just somebody’s voice to add on what they bring to the table.”

“Just unique voices for me, as I start learning about it, I think Guru, rest in peace, he had an ill voice,” the rapper continued. “[Method Man], you know, when the Wu came, Meth’s voice was deep and raspy and he has an ill voice. Big, with that nasal…it sounds like he’s having a hard time breathing but that’s making his cadence extra crazy. Tone Loc, gotta shout out Tone Loc. Tone Loc’s voice was ill.”

For his fifth choice, Jadakiss had to give his final pick to the clearly recognizable stylings of Nas. Check out the clip and the trailer for Fresh Pair below.

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