Regardless of function and purpose, footwear quickly becomes all about aesthetic whenever fashion determines it vogue. And there’s arguably no better an example of this than MM6 Maison Margiela‘s upcoming collaboration with Salomon.

Though a hiking shoe by design, the Salomon XT-4’s upcoming collaboration with MM6 Maison Margiela sees the sneaker stray quite a bit away from the trail. The diffusion label — often described as a more affordable sibling to the mainline — has simply chopped off the heels of the staple model, turning it from a piece of utility into a fashionable pair of mules. In addition to this, MM6 has also stamped the toe box with the number-heavy graphic found on the labels of their clothing.

Pictured in multiple colorways, the MM6 Maison Margiela x Salomon XT-4 is expected to release in time for Spring/Summer ’23. More details should be unveiled soon, so sit tight and stay tuned for updates.

In other news, Salehe Bembury recently unveiled his latest offering with Crocs: the Pollex Clog Horchata.

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Overall, the Air Jordan 2 Low has been emerging as one of the best low-top silhouettes out there. Although the Jordan 2 was largely forgotten for over 30 years, it is finally getting its dues. This has subsequently led to all sorts of amazing new colorways for fans to enjoy. While some may find this abundance of colorways to be overwhelming, some are just happy to have new shoes to go after. After all, it’s always fun to have some amazing new sneakers to enjoy and look at.

Throughout 2023, the Air Jordan 2 Low has truly been blessed. We have been reporting on a whole plethora of teasers and official images. Some of these shoes have been released already. However, there are still tons of great models left to be brought out. One of them can be seen down below courtesy of some pictures from @zsneakerheadz. Below, you can find the Jordan 2 Low “Look Up In The Air,” which is set to be a women’s exclusive.

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“Look Up In The Air” Air Jordan 2 Low

As you can tell from these photos, this shoe has a really nice aesthetic to it. Here, we have a white leather upper with some beige overlays. Moreover, there is some aged yellow on the midsole and on the back heel. Blue is also found on the outsole, as well as the inner lining. When put together, all of these elements form quite nicely.

According to @zsneakerheadz, this shoe is supposed to come out on June 22nd, which is a Thursday. However, this has yet to be officially confirmed by Jordan Brand. Regardless, this is an Air Jordan 2 Low that we believe plenty of fans will be intrigued by. 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.

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Sampling is an often controversial part of making music. It’s gotten even more heated in recent years when artists have faced lawsuits just because their music sounds too much like someone else’s. So for artists to protect themselves, clearing a sample is absolutely essential. For Doe Boy, the process of getting a sample cleared took a lot longer than anticipated. His new song “Way I Walk” dropped a few days ago. According to Doe Boy himself, it took 12 months to clear a sample for use in the song.

A popular remix of Jennifer Lopez’s 2001 song “I’m Real” is an essential piece of Doe Boy’s new track. After a very long process of trying to get his sample of the song cleared, Doe Boy was finally able to release his own track. He recently posted a video thanking both J-Lo and Ja-Rule for their help getting it cleared. “Thank you J.Lo, I appreciate it. I been begging yo a*s for a year, we finally made it happen,” he says.

Doe Boy’s Thankful Video

He also posted on his Instagram to celebrate and promote the new song. “Everybody say THANK YOU @jlo. ‘WAY I WALK’ finally cleared,” he says in the caption. “Way I Walk” is the second new single Doe Boy has released this year following “Roll The Dice” with Dej Loaf. The song also got its own music video which has racked up over 100k views in just a few days.

Doe Boy had an even busier 2022 dropping two projects and dozens of features. His 19-track album OH REALLY came out earlier in the year and sports features from Lil Uzi Very, Ty Dolla $ign, Roddy Rich, and many more. He followed it up with his CATCH ME IF YOU CAN EP earlier this year. He also joined Smiley in the features list of Killy’s Crazy Life Of Sin EP later in the year. What do you think about Doe Boy’s new song and how long it took him to clear the sample? Let us know your thoughts on the song and sampling in general in the comments below.

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Following the Fugees’ recent reunion at the 2023 Roots Picnic, sources shared some behind-the-scenes info with TMZ Hip Hop. A representative for Pras revealed that the performance came as a surprise to the artist, who is currently awaiting sentencing for recent charges of conspiracy and fraud. The source also shared that the trio didn’t have an opportunity to rehearse prior to the last-minute performance, which featured six songs from their 1996 LP, The Score. Many fans speculated that the reunion could have been the last they saw of the Fugees for a while, however, sources suggest they “stay tuned!!!”

In April, Pras was found guilty of 10 charges surrounding an alleged international conspiracy plot. Though he has not yet been sentenced, his charges could leave him spending over 20 years behind bars. “We are extremely disappointed in that result. But are very, very confident in the ultimate outcome of this case,” Pras’ lawyer David Kenner stated following the verdict. “If we do move to a sentencing hearing I remain very confident we will certainly appeal this case. This is not over.”

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Pras’ Legal Battle

Pras Michel, a member of the 1990’s hip-hop group the Fugees and his lawyer David Kenner (R) arrive at U.S. District Court on April 3, 2023 in Washington, DC. Michel is on trial for his alleged participation in a campaign finance conspiracy. (Photo by Tasos Katopodis/Getty Images)

In August of last year, the Fugees canceled their scheduled reunion tour, citing COVID-19 as the cause. The cancelation came amid Pras’ legal trouble, leading to speculation that it had more to do with the artist’s legal battle than the group was letting on. Amid the battle, Pras has also faced accusations that he was an FBI informant. He has continuously shot down the allegations.

“Look, I was never in the past, present, or future an FBI or a CIA informant. Never ever. If people want to check it out, look at the testimonies. They could see that all within the records, and all the DC courts,” he stated last month. He also said, “This is not a Tekashi 6ix9ine situation, respectfully.” “Because he admitted he was an informant, basically. So I was never. I never said I was,” Pras claims, “I am not now and never will be an FBI or a CIA informant.” 

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NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal was gong to dinner with fitness model and Instagram influencer Brittany Renner. Shaq’s dating history has always been a little bit of a mystery. He was long associated with film marketer Shaunie O’Neal, whom he married in 1996. However, the couple divorced in 2007, something that Shaq blamed on former Lakers teammate Kobe Bryant. Most recently, Shaq was seen with actress Annie Ilonzeh.

Meanwhile, Renner, who has five million followers on Instagram, has a long history of dating athletes. Her partners include Colin Kaepernick, Ben Simmons, James Harden, and P.J. Washington. Furthermore, she has also been linked with the likes of Lil Uzi Vert, Drake, Chris Brown, and Trey Songz. Her relationship with Washington, who plays for the Charlotte Hornets, is her most notable one. Renner and Washington have a son together, who was born in 2021. However, the pair split in 2022.

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Shaq Denies Renner Dinner Was A Date

Footage obtained by TMZ showed Shaq and Renner arriving at a Beverly Hills hotel for dinner around 6pm on June 5. The meal reportedly lasted around two hours, with both diners in good spirits. Afterward, the pair left separately around 8pm. However, sources from both camps have told TMZ in the strongest terms that the pair are not dating. Instead, they have been friends for some time and were merely catching up over dinner. Reportedly, it was reiterated several times to TMZ that the dinner was purely platonic.

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However, another connection does exist between the pair. Shaunie O’Neal is serving as an executive producer for the upcoming season of Basketball Wives, which Renner is rumored to be a member of the cast for. Despite this, sources told TMZ that no cameras appeared to be present for Renner’s dinner with the producer’s ex-husband. As reported by TMZ, there is nothing to read into this story except two friends having dinner in LA. Follow all the latest celebrity sightings news here at HotNewHipHop.

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If you are a wrestling fan, then you most certainly know who the Iron Sheik is. Overall, he was one of the biggest legends throughout the 80s. He was the heel of all heels and was a rival to Hulk Hogan. Moreover, he had a very dynamic personality that lasted decades. Even though he wasn’t in the ring anymore, Sheik continued to make people laugh on Twitter and even on Howard Stern. Unfortunately, according to TMZ, it was revealed today that the Iron Sheik passed away at the age of 81.

The WWE has already released a statement on the matter. They said: “WWE is saddened to hear of the passing of WWE Hall of Famer The Iron Sheik, and extends its condolences to his family, friends, and fans.” Overall, this is an immense loss for the wrestling community. Additionally, his Twitter page put out a lengthy statement on the matter. Throughout the statement, the Iron Sheik was eulogized in a way. It explains some of his biggest moments in wrestling and the impact he had on others.

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The Iron Sheik Was Beloved

“Today, we gather with heavy hearts to bid farewell to a true legend, a force of nature, and an iconic figure who left an incredible mark on the world of professional wrestling,” the statement begins. “It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of The Iron Sheik, but we also take solace in knowing that he departed this world peacefully, leaving behind a legacy that will endure for generations to come.” The post has been retweeted almost 20,000 times, and the comments are filled with people offering condolences.

Needless to say, this is a very sad moment for the wrestling world. More pressingly, this is a tragedy for his family, and we extend our condolences during this time. He was a legend who will most certainly be missed. RIP Iron Sheik. Let us know your favorite moments from the icon, in the comments section below.

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On May 30th, Big L would’ve turned 49 years old. In honor of the iconic Harlem rapper, we’re looking back on the career and its impact in the hip-hop scene. As Eminem put it, “Take some Big and some ’Pac/And you mix ’em up in a pot/Sprinkle a lil’ Big L on top/What the f**k do you got?” If not for his unfortunate passing, there’s no doubt that Big L would consistently be on the shortlist of the greatest rappers of all time. Still, his legacy is one of a rapper’s rapper who was able to spar with any MC, bar-for-bar. During his short career, he released one album and a brief collection of singles. However, you would be remised to find him outside of the top 10 on all-time lists for a good reason.

Big L was tragically shot and killed on Feb. 15th in the area he famously referred to as “The Danger Zone” — 139th St. and Lenox Ave in Harlem. Named Lamont Coleman, he grew up as a relative outcast on his block, where violence and drug abuse grew rampant. Still, his aunt, Gilda “Pinky” Terry, raised him as her own son and ensured that he still experienced childhood. The family was just wealthy enough to occasionally travel, taking the kids out to places such as Walt Disney World in Florida. In addition, her outgoing personality was the host and star of Harlem block parties.

Big L And Jay Z Had A Rap Battle

CHICAGO – APRIL 01: Rapper Big L performs at the International Amphitheatre in Chicago, Illinois on April 1, 1995. (Photo By Raymond Boyd/Getty Images)

Although Big L already had a penchant for rhyming since a young age, experiencing Run D.M.C. live was a game-changer. His older brother, Donald Phinazee, took him to the King Of Rock tour in 1985, which planted the seed for L’s own foray into hip-hop. Their mom eventually bought DJ equipment for Don and Big L, who would serve as the MC on the block.

As Damon Dash put it with Complex, “He was known as Big L the Rapper. He always was nice. He was the guy in Harlem that was the best rapper on Lenox. There wasn’t nobody else but Big L.” By Big L’s teenage years, that reputation had sprouted from the block to New York City as a whole.

While Big L was a mellow and introverted personality, he hit a creative lightbulb when he got on the mic. Jay-Z heard of his notoriety in the Harlem scene, even challenging him to a rap battle on the block. With the battle reportedly being a tie, it wasn’t long until major labels were calling about Big L. Without a mixtape or even a demo tape, he captured the excitement of managers by dropping verses in person. By 1992, he had signed a deal with Colombia Records, who also had the likes of Nas under their wing.

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Big L’s Debut Album Released In 1995

After releasing a slew of singles that depicted the realities of Harlem life amidst grim horrorcore production, Big L came out with his debut studio album Lifestylez Ov da Poor & Dangerous. The 1995 release was long overdue, as he was already a well-known MC at this point. Fat Joe went as far as to tell Vibe, “People can get mad at me for saying this, but he was the best lyricist at the time. He was a better lyricist than Biggie and Jay-Z. He just didn’t have the marketing and promotion. Let me go on the record and say that. It’s the truth.”

However, Big L was far more than exclusively a skilled lyricist. He was looking to steer the direction of hip-hop in a unique direction. After Columbia Records dropped him after his debut album, he began to explore going independent with the launch of Flamboyant Entertainment. The two parties parted ways due to “creative differences.” Still, what came after became an integral part of L’s story. Feeling that the genre was devolved into a repetitive sampling of hits and redundant subject matter, he had a steadfast vision of changing the landscape of hip-hop. In many ways, he was able to do just that while only releasing one non-posthumous album. He was able to identify new talent, proving his ear for talent was just as strong as his penmanship, as seen with the launch of Children Of The Corn — a group consisting of Big L, Ma$e, Cam’ron, Bloodshed, and McGruff.

He Was Murdered At Only 24 Years Old

Tragically, Big L was murdered in his native Harlem neighborhood on February 15, 1999. Gerard Woodley, one of his childhood friends, was arrested for the crime. However, he would later be released due to a lack of evidence regarding the drive-by shooting. Nearly 17 years after the shooting, Woodley himself was shot and killed. While there’s a great deal of controversy regarding the slew of tragedies, there is no doubt that rapper Big L’s death at the mere age of 24 cut one of the greatest hip-hop careers to date brutally short.

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Back in 1990, Nike blessed fans with the Nike Air Max 90. Overall, this is a very clean and sleek Air Max entry that can be worn on almost any occasion. Although the shoe is over 30 years old at this point, it has proven to be a huge success, even in 2023. New colorways are always being released, and Nike is more than happy to continue the legacy. That said, we are looking at five great Nike Air Max 90 sneakers for the summer.

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Nike Air Max 90 “Spring Green”

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Firstly, we bring you this nice AM90 which features some great aesthetics and a vibrant color to mix things up. Overall, the shoe is mostly made of white and black materials. However, there is a nice bright green that is added to the shoe that certainly livens it up a bit. These bright colors are perfect for the summer, and that truly shoes here.

Nike AM90 “Photon Dust”

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Upon looking at this shoe, you can immediately tell that it was made with the Nike Air Max 97 in mind. The silver, red, and black upper is reminiscent of the ultra-popular “Silver Bullet” model. That is exactly what Nike was going for her, and it works incredibly well. If you like the OG Nike Air Max 97, then you will love these.

Nike Air Max 90 “All-Grey”

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Upon looking at this shoe, you can see that there isn’t that much to say about it. Overall, it is just a very solid model that douses the Air Max 90 silhouette in some grey. While this may not be for everyone, there is certainly a large number of people who will like these. If you prefer to fly under the radar in the summertime, then these are going to be your signature sneaker.

Nike AM90 “Flat Pewter”

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This latest model is one of the more lowkey on our list. Firstly, the base of the shoe is white. Subsequently, we get some beige and obsidian overlays that actually complement each other very well. It may not be the loudest colorway, but it’s subtle and clean which makes these very mass appealing.

Nike Air Max 90 “Triple-White

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Triple-white sneakers are a standard across all silhouettes across all brands. With this Nike Air Max 90, that remains true. As you can see above, the materials all throughout the sneaker are white. Consequently, you are left with an extremely clean model that is not going to offend anyone’s tastes. Crispy all-white shoes look great in the summer, and these are no exception.

Let us know which of these Nike Air Max 90 colorways are your favorite, in the comments section down below.

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