The YS-02 is a sleeker, more streamlined take on the slip-on slide silhouette. It follows the earlier YS-01, which Ye released through his independent label. Unlike the YS-01’s jagged ripple sole, the YS-02 uses a flat bottom. Herringbone traction lines the bottom of that flatter sole setup.

The slide shows no visible exterior logos or branding anywhere. It comes from a full size run, ranging from size 4 up to size 16. The first version released in an all black colorway called “Coal.”

The YS-02 arrives as Ye continues rebuilding his footwear business independently. That rebuild followed the end of his partnership with Adidas. Seeing a public figure wear the shoe casually adds visibility outside YZY’s usual marketing. Reposts like this one tend to spread quickly across sneaker and fashion circles.

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Kanye Reposts Shane Gillis

The YS-02 continues the minimal design language Ye has built since going independent. Each release in that lineup leans toward simplicity over flashy detailing. The shoe uses a smooth upper, rounded footbed, and flat outsole setup.

That combination creates a slide built more for daily wear. The YS-01 used EVA foam construction, similar to the original Adidas Yeezy Slide formula. Reports suggest the YS-02 likely follows a similar build overall. Furthermore, recent YZY drops have kept a consistent $20 price point.

That pricing strategy reflects Ye’s broader push toward accessible footwear. Meanwhile, YZY has also focused more on faster shipping for recent releases. Past drops drew complaints over slow delivery times from buyers.

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The achievement arrives during one of the most dominant stretches of Drake’s career. 2024 saw critics attempting to write him off following his highly publicized feud with Kendrick Lamar. However, now that Drake’s response has largely come through the music, people are listening to what he has to say. His latest run has proven that his commercial appeal remains stronger than ever. And that he’s not going anywhere.

Earlier this year, Drake made Billboard history with the release of ICEMAN, HABIBTI, and MAID OF HONOUR. ICEMAN debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200, while HABIBTI landed at No. 2 and MAID OF HONOUR claimed No. 3. The accomplishment made Drake the first artist ever to simultaneously debut three projects in the top three spots of the Billboard 200.

Those releases have continued to dominate streaming platforms, helping fuel his latest Apple Music milestone.

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Drake Makes History, Again

Of course, Drake’s relationship with streaming success goes back much further than 2026. Since Apple Music launched in 2015, he’s consistently ranked among the platform’s most-played artists thanks to albums like Views, Scorpion, Certified Lover Boy, Her Loss, and For All The Dogs. There’s only a few artists who have maintained that level of demand for over a decade.

If anything, this achievement speaks to Drake’s unmatched catalog and consistency. Regardless of where people place him in rap’s endless GOAT debates, the streaming numbers continue to separate him from virtually every artist of his generation.

The milestone also serves as a reminder that despite the controversies, Drake remains one of the most commercially successful artists the music industry has ever seen.

With ICEMAN continuing its strong performance, it doesn’t look like Drake plans on giving up the streaming crown anytime soon. Additionally, he’s continuing the momentum and continuously releasing music. A new song, “Serious,” recently dropped on Soundcloud and fans are happier than ever.

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One of the most heartbreaking reactions came from fellow Memphis rapper BlocBoy JB, who shared a series of posts reflecting on their close friendship. Alongside photos and screenshots showing how often the two communicated, BlocBoy expressed disbelief over the loss.

“Damn Cuz You Just Hurt Me Bad,” he wrote. “We talked everyday yeen tell me you was leaving.” The Memphis community has been particularly devastated by the news.

Keith became a beloved part of Nashville’s music community when he relocated there. Additionally, he opened his own commercial studio and label in the community, which served as one of only two Black-owned studios in Music City according to Commerical Appeal.

Producer Hitkidd, who came up alongside Keith in the city’s music scene, shared a photo of the two together. Moreover, he admitted he was struggling to process what happened.

“I ain’t even got the words. We been doing this since 2010 @taykeith,” Hitkidd wrote.

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Hip-Hop Community Is Devastated About Tay-Keith News

Juicy J shared his words of disbelief on X. “Can’t believe I’m saying this RIP TAY KEITH Memphis Tenn Legend. Prayers up for the family friends & fans we lost a great one.”

Additionally, plenty of other hip-hop figures paid their condolences as well. To name a few: Westside Gunn, Murda Beatz, Denzel Curry, Sonny Digital, BNYX, ATL Jacob, Gordo, Metro Boomin have all taken to social media to express their grief.

“Long Live Tay Keith, you inspired many including me. You will be greatly missed. I’m so Glad I got to meet you,” BNYX wrote on X.

Fellow artist-rapper Nav shared a heartfelt message as well. Calling him “one of the coolest prod I ever knew,” on his IG story.

Rapper Lucki reflected on the first time he got a beat from Tay Keith and ended his reflection with “Long live Tay Keith, you a legend.”

However, the loss was also felt beyond the music industry. Popular streamers PlaqueBoyMax and Silky learned of the news while live on stream. Furthermore, they appeared visibly shaken as reports continued to emerge. Both struggled to find words. With Silky repeatedly saying, “RIP, bro,” while reacting to the tragedy in real time.

Fans took to social media to outpour their love and messages for the producer as well.

“Damn rip Tay Keith real legend in the music game,” one person wrote.

“Tay keith’s beats reshaped hip hop, gone too soon but never forgotten,” said someone else.

“Tay Keith, fuck these niggas up will live forever. RIP to a producer whose tag became part of rap history,” wrote someone else on X.

The Memphis native became one of the defining producers of modern rap. His signature producer tag became instantly recognizable across the globe and cemented his place among the most influential hitmakers of his generation.

As tributes continue to pour in, the overwhelming message from peers and collaborators remains the same: Tay Keith’s impact on hip-hop will not be forgotten.

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The Air Jordan 14 debuted in 1998 and was designed by Tinker Hatfield. Hatfield drew inspiration from Michael Jordan’s love for Ferrari. The “Chartreuse” wasn’t part of that original 1998 to 1999 run. It first released in 2005 alongside a separate white leather pair.

The shoe stood out for its muted approach compared to other releases that year. A tonal grey suede upper covers most of the build. Black midsoles pair with subtle hits of chartreuse green throughout. Those green accents show up on the jumpman badge, heel, and tongue.

Jordan Brand has been digging deeper into its archive recently. This pair fits that broader pattern of older colorways returning to shelves. It also was notably the first Air Jordan 14 colorway to ever get a retro. That gives it a specific place in the model’s history.

The 2027 version is expected to stay close to the original 2005 pair. The shape itself is expected to be updated for this release. The shoe will be available through Nike, Foot Locker, Shiekh, Finish Line, Hibbett, and DSG.

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Air Jordan 14 “Chartreuse”

The original 2005 release also doubled as a lifestyle drop at the time. Matching apparel released alongside the shoe back then. It’s unclear whether that same approach returns for 2027.

Either way, the silhouette keeps its signature design language intact. A sculpted midsole and shield emblem sit at the collar, both tied to the Ferrari inspiration. A layered upper defines the shoe’s overall build.

Also a black midsole and chrome midfoot plate round out the lower half. Additionally, full family sizing is expected to be part of the release. Since this marks the colorway’s first retro, comparisons to the 2005 pair are inevitable. Not every colorway earns a second run, which makes this one notable.

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In the photos, Toliver wears an all white jumpsuit paired and also some white sneakers. The car itself is in white as well, matching his outfit. The 918 Spyder is also a mid engine plug in hybrid built by Porsche. It was produced in limited numbers between September 2013 and June 2015.

This isn’t the first time Toliver has linked the car to his music. He drove a Porsche 918 in the music video for his single “E85.” That video shows him in a high speed chase while being pursued by police cars. “E85” has stayed inside the Billboard Hot 100’s top 40 since its release.

The 918 Spyder remains a rare car even years after production ended. Overall only a limited run of these hybrid supercars were ever built. Pairing that car with an “OCTANE” plate keeps the branding consistent across his rollout. The photos read as another piece of that ongoing visual identity

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Don Toliver Porsche 918 Spyder

The Porsche 918 Spyder pairs a 4.6 liter V8 with two electric motors for added power. Combined, the setup produces 875 horsepower and over 944 pound feet of torque. That output places it among the more powerful hybrid supercars ever built.

Despite the power, Porsche also built it for efficiency. A 6.8 kWh battery gives the car a small electric only range as well. Overall the car remains tied closely to Toliver’s branding right now.

Octane features guest appearances from Yeat, Rema, Travis Scott, Teezo Touchdown, and SahBabii. The album leans into themes of speed and intensity throughout its tracklist.

Also a Porsche with an “OCTANE” plate fits naturally within that larger rollout. It turns a personal car into another piece of album promotion.

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Before the gossip got any more out of hand, Ohanian emerged on X with an explanation. While he didn’t speak on his or Williams’ thoughts on Trump, he did say his appearance at UFC Freedom 250 was all business. “Lot of people asking me to comment,” he began. “Yes, that fighter’s slur about former First Lady Michelle Obama was vile and inappropriate.” Ohanian was referring to Josh Hokit’s insulting remarks that stunned viewers.

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Ohanian’s Involvement In Sports Ownership Influenced His Decision

Ohanian added, “I attended the UFC event via invitation from TKO/IMG leadership (I own 5 pro sports teams + a league). I was already on my way home when those comments were made and was glad to see Dana condemn them.” Some social media users called him out over resigning from Reddit due to the lack of diversity in its leadership as well as the racial intolerance on the site. At the time, he was a board member and wanted a Black prospect to take his place.

“For context: I resigned in protest from Reddit (the company I co-founded and built for over a decade) specifically to push it to curb communities for hate and violence on the site,” he said. An X user replied with a question. “Why didn’t you stay at Reddit and fight while you were in a position to do something about it?” Ohanian answered, “Because resigning in protest actually got the change I wanted. Being 1 vote out of 5 didn’t.”

Check out Alexis Ohanian’s statement below.

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Release Date: June 18, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics from Serious

Don’t wanna engage, it rains, it pours
Been there before, I’m out of the storm
You’re good to me, I’m torn
I wait ’til I’m sure
Can’t play no more, wait

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That’s why it’s an incredibly sad day for the culture after it was announced that Tay Keith passed away. Details are scarce, but Variety reported that Nashville Police stated: “No foul play is suspected in the death of Brytavious Chambers, 29, also known as Grammy-nominated record producer Tay Keith. He was found dead in his Martin St. apt. this afternoon by officers performing a welfare check. His death is unclassified pending autopsy results.”

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Tay Keith’s Accolades Speak For Themselves

Tay’s success was reflected in the numbers as much as the music itself. He earned production credits on some of the biggest Rap records of the streaming era, including Drake’s “Nonstop,” Travis Scott’s “SICKO MODE,” BlocBoy JB and Drake’s “Look Alive,” and Megan Thee Stallion’s “Savage Remix” featuring Beyoncé. He also helped craft hits such as Jack Harlow’s “First Class” and Moneybagg Yo’s “Wockesha,” which dominated the Billboard charts. Further, the hitmaker collected Grammy nominations and multi-platinum certifications along the way.

Online, Tay Keith’s friends and collaborators have taken to the internet to share their shock and grief. Check out a few reactions to the tragic news below as loved ones and fans celebrate Brytavious “Tay Keith” Chambers.

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Initially, there were rumors that the team had outright said they wouldn’t attend if Trump offered an invitation. However, within days, Knicks owner James Dolan told WFAN, “We just did receive an invitation from the White House, which we accepted.” He added that “we still have to work out the details.”

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Trump Nor The Team Have Confirmed

“Look, I invited the president to come down for the game. He is a friend. I’ve known him for 30 years. And I’m very proud to bring the team to the White House,” Dolan added. Yet, when the Knicks point guard José Alvarado was asked by TMZ whether or not he would go to the White House following this big win. He smirked and said that he would “go wherever my teammates go.”

Further, some team members have posted their dislike of the president and his policies. It will be interesting to see how this unfolds, especially with teammates who may not align politically. Still, Dolan was adamant that the New York Knicks would be there to celebrate their victory with the president.

Check out James Dolan’s clip below.

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“Damn cuz you just hurt me bad,” Blocboy JB wrote on his Instagram story. This was followed up by a video of Blocboy’s call logs with the producer. Of course, Tay Keith was the man behind the beat for “Look Alive,” which remains Blocboy JB’s biggest hit to date.

HitKidd offered similar sentiments about the producer. “I ain’t even got the words, we been doing this since 2010,” he wrote in a tribute on Instagram.

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Tay Keith was known for some of the biggest songs of the last decade. For instance, he has producer credits on songs like “Sicko Mode,” “Family Matters,” and “Nonstop.” He has been nominated multiple times for best rap song. The first time was in 2019 for “Sicko Mode,” while in 2024, he was nominated for “Rich Flex.”

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RIP Tay Keith

At this time, there are very few details concerning Tay Keith’s reported passing. It is important not to speculate during these times.

In the aftermath of his reported passing, there have been numerous tributes to the artist on social media. Many have spoken at length about just how important his songs were. Others talked about his cultural impact and how his energy was infectious.

Our thoughts go out to Tay Keith’s family and friends during this difficult time. Keith was a young artist who still had so much to give. This is a horrible tragedy for the hip-hop community.

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