Release Date: June 19, 2026

Genre: R&B, Soul

Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics from Breathe

Don’t make an ass of yourself, just be without assumptions
We can be above service, skip to the meat, ask questions
I ain’t got no book for you to read, film for you to see
Way beneath the scars, I got more heart than you beliеve

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That was certainly the case this week, as the cast had an in-depth conversation about the four men who killed Foolio. As we reported earlier in the week, Sean Gathright, Isaiah Chance, Rashad Murphy, and Davion Murphy all received life sentences with no chance at parole.

Gathright had an emotional plea to the courtroom, explaining how he’s saddened by what has become of his life. He feels as though it is heartbreaking that someone who can’t even buy liquor could be locked up for life. He even told his friends back home that violence is not the answer, and to change before it’s too late.

This subsequently led Ice and Ish to discuss how some of these individuals were probably good kids before getting wrapped up with the wrong crowd. Joe Budden vehemently disagreed with this assessment.

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Joe Budden Gives His Take

Budden doesn’t believe anyone who could travel from one city to another just to kill someone could ever have been classified as a good kid. This subsequently led to a discussion about King Von and whether he was ever a good kid. Budden was adamant that this was a stupid conversation to have.

Meanwhile, Ish and Ice took a more empathetic approach, saying that no one on the cast actually knows these kids or what is in their hearts. They noted that the environment can play a big role in these kinds of things and were sympathetic about the situation.

Ultimately, Budden was unmoved by what he was hearing. While castmates like Marc Lamont Hill prefer a rehabilitative approach to incarceration, Budden doesn’t seem to be fully on board.

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The legendary artist was able to showcase his craft on Tuesday for Paris Fashion Week. Louis Vuitton’s Spring/Summer 2027 collection was officially shown off, and it was a dazzling success.

That said, the show is going viral for reasons that go well beyond the scope of just fashion. During these shows, Pharrell typically soundtracks them with some new music. That is exactly what he did this time around, and there were three songs, in particular, that piqued the interest of hip-hop fans.

Below, you will hear snippets from new songs that feature the likes of Lil Baby, Quavo, and even NBA YoungBoy.

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Pharrell Showcases New Songs

One has to wonder if this means Pharrell is looking to drop an album anytime soon. Of course, he had a huge hand in Let God Sort Em Out, Clipse’s epic comeback record. It feels as though Pharrell still has plenty of creative juices left in the tank, which could very well lead to a new project sometime in the near future.

However, a job at Louis Vuitton is a full-time gig, and it’s expected that the artist’s time would be focused on matters outside of music, as unfortunate as that is.

Either way, these snippets will be a great way for fans to connect with Pharrell’s current musical oeuvre. Hopefully, he finds the time to drop something, as hip-hop would certainly appreciate a Pharrell album in 2026.

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Overall, this is one of those games that people are going to take time off work for. It is set to be released on November 19 of this year, and Rockstar Games is finally kicking off the game’s marketing campaign.

As of tomorrow, June 25, fans will be able to go on their preferred system and pre-order the game. From there, the game will be pre-loaded onto all systems as of November 12. However, one question has remained: how much will the game cost?

According to new information released by Rockstar Games, there will be two editions at launch. You have the standard edition, which will cost $80 USD. Meanwhile, the ultimate edition will cost $100 USD.

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How Much Will GTA 6 Cost?

Interestingly enough, physical copies will not come with a disc. Instead, there will just be a download code. Furthermore, digital pre-orders will come with a free month of GTA+, while pre-orders prior to November 20 will get the Vintage Vice City pack.

As for the ultimate edition, it appears as though Rockstar Games is offering some exclusive perks. These include extra vehicles, weapons, outfits, car mods, tattoos, locations, and even story activities.

The prices are fairly reasonable and are well within the industry standards. As for the recent screenshots of the game, it’s clear that GTA 6 looks incredible. It is expected that either this week or next, Rockstar will unveil another new trailer.

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Release Date: June 24, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: Live At The Tabernackle Vol. 2

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Release Date: June 23, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop, Indie, Folk

Album: life 1

Quotable Lyrics from Baby Steps

The baby don’t like his shoes
Or looking at me in the eye
That baby don’t like the view
He’s looking at the rest of his life, uh

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Release Date: June 24, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

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Release Date: June 24, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Tracklist for The Plugs I Met 2.5

1. The Dog & The Wolf ft. Bruiser Wolf & Harry Fraud
2. Rise & Fall ft. 38 Spesh & ElCamino
3. Big Difference ft. Bruiser Wolf & Fuego Base
4. Once Upon A Time
5. Talk Shows ft. Raekwon
6. Can’t Be Much

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Travis Scott has built a long running reputation around earthy, brown toned collaborations with Jordan Brand. His “Velvet Brown” Air Jordan 1 Low leaned heavily into that same color story. This sample appears to follow that same general direction on a different silhouette.

The shoe itself stays close to the standard Air Jordan 5 shape. Brown suede covers most of the upper, paired with a grey mesh tongue. Black detailing runs through the midsole and outsole as usual. The Oakley lens lace charm is the clearest sign of outside branding.

There’s no confirmation yet that this pair will reach retail. Sample shoes often surface online without ever becoming an official release. Still, the Oakley connection makes this one worth watching closely.

Travis Scott’s collaborations with Jordan Brand rarely slow down for long. Multiple projects are typically moving at once behind the scenes. Whether this exact pair becomes official remains unknown for now.

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Sample Travis Scott x Oakley Air Jordan 5

Sample sneakers like this one usually start as internal design tests. Brands often explore several directions before settling on a final retail version. That means this exact pair might never make it to shelves. Still, samples tend to hint at where a brand’s thinking is headed.

Worth noting, Travis Scott currently serves as Oakley’s chief vision officer, which makes this pairing less random than it looks. His past brown colorways have leaned on premium suede and subtle branding choices.

This sample follows that same understated approach pretty closely. Adding Oakley into the mix would be a new direction for his Jordan work specifically. Most past collaborations have stayed within Nike’s own family of brands.

If this pair does eventually release, it would mark a fairly unique partnership. For now, it remains an interesting one to keep an eye on.

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A full Verzuz gives each side 20 songs to work with, leaving plenty of room for surprises. We’re going to leave the lengthy reveal until the big show on Thursday. Still, some records feel non-negotiable, so we picked our favorite five from each group that we must see delivered on the Verzuz stage this Thursday, June 25, at 6:30 p.m. PT.

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B2K Must-Have Tracks

1. “Bump, Bump, Bump”

If B2K only gets one guaranteed crowd reaction, it’s probably coming from “Bump, Bump, Bump.” The Diddy-assisted hit became the group’s first No. 1 single and remains the song most closely tied to their commercial peak. More than two decades later, it’s still the record most fans expect to hear the moment B2K’s name enters the conversation.

2. “Girlfriend”

Before “Bump, Bump, Bump” climbed to the top of the charts, “Girlfriend” was already helping B2K build a devoted following. The song arrived during a stretch when the group seemed to be everywhere, from TRL and 106 & Park to the bedroom walls of fans across the country. A Verzuz battle thrives on nostalgia, and few B2K records transport listeners back to the early 2000s quite like this one.

3. “Why I Love You”

Every group entering Verzuz needs a record that slows things down without losing the room. For B2K, that song is “Why I Love You.” The heartfelt ballad showcased a different side of the group, giving fans a chance to focus on the emotion rather than the choreography. If the battle comes down to sing-alongs, this one could prove especially difficult to beat.

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4. “Uh Huh”

“Uh Huh” arrived before B2K became a household name, capturing the youthful confidence that first drew fans to the group. The song’s playful energy helped lay the foundation for everything that followed. When conversations turn to B2K’s biggest records, this one doesn’t always get the same attention, but its place in the group’s story is difficult to ignore.

5. “Gots Ta Be”

Not every Verzuz moment comes from a group’s biggest hit. Sometimes the loudest reactions are reserved for the songs longtime fans feel never received enough credit. “Gots Ta Be” falls into that category, remaining a favorite among listeners who followed B2K beyond the singles that dominated radio. If the battle leaves room for a deeper catalog cut, this one deserves consideration.

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Pretty Ricky Must-Have Songs

1. “Grind With Me”

Ask Pretty Ricky fans to name one song, and “Grind With Me” will probably be the first answer. The slow-burning hit became the group’s signature record, introducing listeners to a sound that felt noticeably more mature than many of their peers at the time. If B2K comes armed with “Why I Love You,” Pretty Ricky can counter with a song that has remained a staple of R&B playlists for nearly two decades.

2. “Your Body”

Parents probably weren’t thrilled when “Your Body” started making its way through speakers and headphones in the mid-2000s. The song leaned into the grown-and-sexy image Pretty Ricky embraced throughout much of its run, helping separate the group from many of its teen-pop contemporaries. “Grind With Me” may be the record fans expect to hear, but “Your Body” is the kind of follow-up that reminds everyone why Pretty Ricky became such a force during that era.

3. “On The Hotline”

The first line of “On The Hotline” is so recognizable that plenty of fans can recite it without hearing the rest of the song. The track was released at a time when ringtone culture was still thriving, and the record felt perfectly suited for an era when people personalized every aspect of their phones. Verzuz thrives on immediate reactions, and few Pretty Ricky songs can generate one faster than this.

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4. “Nothing But A Number”

Pretty Ricky’s biggest hits usually dominate the conversation, which makes “Nothing But A Number” an easy record to overlook. That would be a mistake. The song developed a loyal following over the years, earning the kind of appreciation that often comes from fans who spent time with the albums rather than just the singles. Verzuz has a way of bringing those records back into the spotlight.

5. “Love Like Honey”

Many early-2000s R&B groups chased crossover success. “Love Like Honey” felt far less concerned with that. The song was a smooth, seductive track that became a hallmark of Pretty Ricky’s catalog, giving fans exactly what they came for. Familiarity in Verzuz battles is definitely rewarded, and this is the kind of record that longtime listeners would welcome without hesitation.

B2K and Pretty Ricky have been compared for years. Verzuz is finally turning those conversations into an event. Twenty songs per side leaves plenty of room for surprises, but these are the records that feel essential. Leave any of them off the setlist, and somebody is going home unhappy. What songs are your must-haves for this Verzuz?

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