HotNewHipHop https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/ The Latest Hip Hop News, Songs, Rap Albums & Music, Gossip & Entertainment News, Sneaker Releases, Sports News, TV & Movies, Interviews, Culture & more Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:29:39 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 Organic Motion – Song by Larry June https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000435-organic-motion-larry-june Tue, 30 Jun 2026 11:29:36 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000435 Larry June continues to dazzle us with his music, and with his latest single, "Organic Motion," the artist brings some retro sounds.

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Larry June has just delivered his new song, “Organic Motion,” a track that feels like a Mac Dre and Rick James tribute all rolled into one. The Rick James sample is one that you have likely heard before, although there is no doubt Larry June brings a level of freshness to it. There is a real late 80s-early 90s West Coast throughline here, with June dropping solid bars, utilizing his signature flow to his advantage. It’s a bouncy song, and one that should be blasting through your car speakers as the weather gets warmer.

Release Date: June 30, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics from Organic Motion

I might go mansion, I keep on havin’ (Havin’ it)
I’m good on gas, I’m slidin’ to Sac (Slidin’)
I’m havin’ a bag, I’m bringin’ it back (Good job)

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Skechers OG Anunoby Wore In The Finals Are Available For Pre-Order https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000430-og-anunoby-x-skechers-skx-nexus-sneaker-news Tue, 30 Jun 2026 02:00:00 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000430 Pre-orders for OG Anunoby's Skechers SKX Nexus "NYC Blue" give fans a chance to own the shoe from his iconic NBA Finals tip-in.

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Skechers is giving fans a chance to own the shoe OG Anunoby wore during one of the more memorable moments of this year’s NBA Finals. Pre-orders for the Skechers SKX Nexus “NYC Blue” PE open July 1st at 10 AM EST. The shoe ships in October, giving buyers plenty of time to lock in ahead of next season.

Anunoby wore this exact colorway during Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs. The Knicks trailed by 29 points before completing the biggest comeback in Finals history.

Anunoby tipped in a missed three-pointer from Jalen Brunson with 1.2 seconds left, sealing a 107-106 win. He also wore the pair during the championship-clinching Game 5.

The shoe features an all-blue upper with orange laces, branding, and outsole details. Those colors line up with the Knicks’ alternate jersey look. Anunoby’s personal “OG” logo sits on the tongue in orange. His signature also appears on the insole, preserving the player exclusive feel.

Skechers confirmed that a full signature shoe for Anunoby is also in development. This release marks the first time fans can buy his PE directly.

It also makes Skechers Basketball a championship-winning brand after just three years in the performance space. The pre-order window is expected to be limited before it closes.

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OG Anunoby x Skechers SKX Nexus

OG Anunoby signed with Skechers Basketball earlier this season, joining a growing roster of NBA players on the brand. He rotated between the SKX Reign and SKX Nexus throughout the postseason. The “NYC Blue” pair became the most visible of the two after Game 4. That moment tied the shoe directly to one of the biggest wins in Knicks history.

The SKX Nexus itself is a low-top performance basketball shoe. It uses a breathable mesh upper and a torsion plate for added stability on court. Goodyear Rubber on the outsole handles traction during quick directional changes.

Skechers Basketball is still relatively new compared to Nike and Adidas. The brand launched its performance hoops line less than three years ago. Winning an NBA title in only its third season gives the line a strong early story. Adding a signature shoe for Anunoby keeps that momentum building going forward.

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Megan Thee Stallion Confronts ‘Love Island’ Contestant Over Shady Behavior https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000421-megan-thee-stallion-love-island-usa Tue, 30 Jun 2026 01:35:00 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000421 Reality TV's hottest show welcomed back one of its biggest celebrity fans as Megan Thee Stallion returned to the Love Island USA villa.

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We’re knee-deep in Love Island USA fever as the latest season continues to dominate social media timelines, spark endless debates, and turn everyday viewers into amateur relationship experts. Even Megan Thee Stallion has joined the conversation. The Houston superstar made a surprise return to the villa during Sunday’s episode, proving she’s just as invested in the reality dating phenomenon as millions of fans watching from home.

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Megan Calls Out The Men

Rather than stopping by for a quick cameo, Megan became part of the action. After making a dramatic entrance, she hosted the Hot Girl Bakery challenge before introducing two new bombshells, Amora Cachee Robinson and Carl Schmidt, whose arrival immediately shook up the villa. She also couldn’t resist weighing in on some of the season’s biggest storylines, calling out contestant KC over his behavior following Casa Amor. She also put Corbin in his place when he tried to act like Megan was checking him out.

The appearance marks Megan’s second visit to Love Island USA. She first entered the villa during the previous season, where she introduced new contestants, hosted a challenge, and showcased pieces from her Hot Girl Summer swimwear collection. Her reaction on this most recent appearance has fans talking about her recent breakup with NBA star Klay Thompson. Some believe that she went in on the guys for being deceitful because Megan publicly declared that Thompson cheated on her.

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Angela Simmons Says Pastry Once Outsold Jordan Brand https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000426-angela-simmons-says-sneaker-brand-outsold-jordans-sneaker-news Tue, 30 Jun 2026 01:19:28 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000426 Angela Simmons revealed that Pastry, the sneaker brand she started at 17, once outsold Jordan Brand at Foot Locker.

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Angela Simmons recently claimed that her sneaker brand Pastry once outsold Jordan Brand at Foot Locker. She made the comments during a sit-down with Shannon Sharpe on Club Shay Shay.

Simmons co-founded Pastry alongside her sister Vanessa in 2007, while both were still teenagers. The brand grew out of their time on the reality show Daddy’s Girls.

According to Simmons, Pastry scaled from around $15 million in annual sales to $75 million during the show’s run. She recalled getting the news that Pastry was outselling Jordan and not believing it at first.

Lines of over 3,000 people showed up at store appearances to buy shoes and get autographs. For a brand that launched with no outside backing, that kind of response was unexpected.

Simmons credited the brand’s success partly to a gap in the market. She said there were very few women’s sneakers actually designed by women at the time. Pastry filled that space with playful, dessert-themed colorways and packaging. Names like Red Velvet and Strawberry Shortcake helped the shoes stand out on shelves.

The brand eventually expanded into apparel and accessories before shifting toward performance dance footwear. Vanessa Simmons returned as creative director to lead that transition. Looking back, Angela described the whole run as a serious business education.

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Angela Simmons Says Sneaker Brand Outsold Jordans

Pastry launched in 2007 at a time when women’s sneaker options were limited. Most brands treated women’s shoes as afterthoughts, often just smaller versions of men’s styles. Pastry took a different approach by designing specifically for a female audience from the start.

The brand leaned into its dessert theme across everything from colorways to packaging. Early releases came in cake box-style boxes, and some versions included light scents. Colorways carried names like Chocolate Moose and Strawberry Shortcake, which matched the playful tone.

Reality television gave Pastry its first major boost in visibility. Daddy’s Girls brought both sisters and the brand directly into people’s homes. That exposure translated into real foot traffic at stores and strong early sales. Over time, Pastry shifted away from lifestyle footwear and toward a performance dance market instead.

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Lions Release Terrion Arnold Following Kidnapping & Robbery Charges https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000418-terrion-arnold-detroit-lions-released-robbery-kidnapping Tue, 30 Jun 2026 01:05:00 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000418 A judge set Terrion Arnold's bond at $1 million as the former first-round pick faces charges that could send him to prison for life.

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Most NFL teams often wait for the legal process to unfold before making major roster decisions. The Detroit Lions chose a different path Monday (June 29). They cut ties with cornerback Terrion Arnold just hours after a Florida judge set his bond in a criminal case that now threatens both his freedom and his football career.

Arnold was released by the organization less than a week after surrendering to authorities in Hillsborough County. He is facing multiple felony charges, including four counts of kidnapping and four counts of armed robbery. During Monday’s hearing, a judge set his bond at $1 million while ordering the former first-round draft pick to surrender his passport and avoid contact with the six other defendants named in the case. According to CBS Sports, prosecutors had asked the court to hold Arnold without bond pending trial, but that request was denied.

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The allegations stem from a February incident that investigators say began after more than $250,000 worth of cash and valuables disappeared from an Airbnb Arnold had rented with friends in Florida. Rather than waiting for the investigation to run its course, authorities allege Arnold helped orchestrate a plan to lure three men to an apartment where they were assaulted. The men were said to have been held against their will at gunpoint, pistol-whipped, and robbed after being suspected of the original burglary. Prosecutors contend Arnold coordinated the operation remotely while communicating with the others through a group chat and live video feed. These allegations in his case will ultimately have to be addressed in court.

Arnold turned himself in on June 24 following a months-long investigation that resulted in the arrests of six additional suspects before charges were filed against him. If convicted, the charges he faces carry the possibility of life in prison. This placs both his future in football and the criminal case itself under intense scrutiny.

Moreover, Arnold’s legal team released this statement to the Detroit Free Press: “Terrion Arnold categorically denies any involvement in the matters underlying the allegations made against him and maintains his innocence. There is no credible evidence linking Mr. Arnold to these allegations. Instead, the government appears to be relying on testimony from multiple convicted felons who have admitted their own involvement and may have substantial incentives to shift blame in an effort to lessen their sentences. Mr. Arnold looks forward to his day in court and is confident that the judicial process will lead to his ultimate vindication.”

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Yung Miami’s ‘Spend Dat’ Challenge Leads To Woman’s Arrest https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000415-yung-miami-spend-dat-challenge-arrest-janeice-downs Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:35:00 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000415 Police say a social media video featuring Yung Miami's "Spend Dat" challenge helped investigators build an organized retail theft case.

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Social media has become one of law enforcement’s most useful investigative tools. Prosecutors say it played a key role in the latest case involving a woman accused of carrying out a string of organized retail thefts across Washington. Investigators allege videos and photos posted online helped connect Janeice Downs to the theft of luxury handbags just days after the crime was reported, with one clip featuring Yung Miami’s viral “Spend Dat” challenge drawing particular attention.

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According to Fox 13 News, Downs was arrested June 12 after Bellevue, Washington, detectives linked her to the alleged theft of two Louis Vuitton handbags worth more than $7,000 from a Nordstrom store in downtown Seattle. Authorities say surveillance footage captured two women working together to distract a sales associate before leaving with the merchandise.

Detectives also allege Downs later shared images of the handbags on Instagram, while a TikTok video posted the following day showed her mother, Janeice Wiley, holding purses investigators believe were stolen as Yung Miami’s “Spend Dat” played in the background.

The allegations come only months after Downs was released from prison following a previous conviction connected to an organized retail theft ring that targeted Lululemon stores. Prosecutors say she and Wiley were previously accused of stealing more than $500,000 worth of merchandise before Downs pleaded guilty to multiple organized retail theft charges. Investigators now allege that the latest case reflects a pattern, with Downs once again facing organized retail theft charges as the prosecution proceeds.

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Kehlani Reflects On Meeting Jamie Foxx As A Teen Following BET Awards Performance https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000406-kehlani-jamie-foxx-bet-awards-folded Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:04:00 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000406 At the 2026 BET Awards, Kehlani was joined by Foxx and his daughter, Anelise, for an epic performance of "Folded."

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The warmth between Jamie Foxx and Kehlani onstage didn’t come out of nowhere. Although their performance at the 2026 BET Awards introduced their chemistry to a wider audience, the two artists have shared a professional relationship for years. Foxx has publicly supported Kehlani’s music throughout her career, making his emotional praise after Sunday’s performance feel less like a celebrity co-sign and more like someone watching a younger artist reach another milestone.

That connection was also reflected in their BET Awards performance. Foxx invited his daughter, Anelise Bishop, to join him onstage as he accompanied Kehlani on “Folded,” explaining that the song had become a favorite in their household. The moment blended multiple generations of musicians on one stage, setting the tone for the heartfelt exchange the pair later shared behind the scenes.

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Foxx Lavishes Kehlani With Compliments

In a video shared after their performance, Foxx explained why he continues to support Kehlani. “She’s very, very talented,” Foxx said in the clip. “She dodged the wolves, became what she is right now. An incredible artist that we all marvel at. We want to take time to say that we love you, we love your talent, we’re glad that you are here. We’re glad that you survived the wolves, and because of that, that’s what’s gonna make it even better.”

In the video’s caption, Kehlani reflected on meeting Foxx when she was young.

“Fun fact, i was like 13 or 14 and my band drove to LA to perform,” she said. “We got invited to Jamie’s house and we were fully convinced we were getting signed. whole time, he just thought we were epic and wanted to guide us in any way possible. fast forward 18 YEARS later and we just killed BET & are laughing about it at dinner. thank you Jamie for this day, for that day when i was a kid.. and for whatever we have to do next. i appreciate you and all the life you speak into me. you got family in me 4L!! @iamjamiefoxx to us!

Check out the video below.

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Ab-Soul Has Fans Talking After Candid X Posts https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000410-ab-soul-x-tweets Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:36:00 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000410 Ab-Soul's latest posts on X read like a conversation with himself, leaving fans to interpret the rapper's message.

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Not every thought is meant to become a tweet, but Ab-Soul has never treated social media like a polished press release. The TDE rapper often uses the platform to work through ideas in real time, and his latest posts left fans wondering whether they were reading a motivational message, a moment of self-criticism, or both. Over on X, Ab unleashes a series of tweets that have the internet buzzing.

“YOU COULD’VE ENDED ME MANY TIMES. WELP? TIMES UP HERBERT ANTHONY,” the rapper wrote. To note, his name is Herbert Anthony Stevens IV. Many believe these messages are Ab speaking to himself. “YOU BLEW IT BROTHER. WHAT YOU THOUGHT U WALK ON WATER OR SUMTHIN? BLASPHEMY. AREN’T U A FATHER???” Then, “AFTER ALL THAT LOVE N ENCOURAGEMENT? YOU COULDN’T EVEN HELP OUT HERB? JUST PICC N CHOOSE WHAT N WHEN U WANT TO DO THINGS? LIFE DON’T REVOLVE AROUND YOU BRO. YOU KNOW HOW THEY DESCRIBE US NIGGAZ! MY FAULT! I MEANT BLACK MEN! DIDN’T YOU SAY “DO BETTER”? CMON HERB!”

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Ab-Soul Frees His Thoughts

As fans flooded Ab-Soul’s comment sections seeking clarity, the emcee continued to share what was on his heart.

“LOOK AT YOU ON SOCIAL MEDIA RANTIN LIKE A SICC PUPPY,” he wrote. “EMBARRASSIN YA FAMILY N SHYT. SMFH. MAN UP!!! WHO GONNA WORK WITH YOU NOW? HOW U GONE TAKE CARE OF YA FAMILY NOW??? DID U THINK THIS THROUGH??? SHE JUST WANTED DA BEST FOR YOU MAN!!! HEALTH IS WEALTH BROTHER!!! YOU ACTIN LIKE A VICTIM. STOP ALL THAT FUCCIN CRYIN. YOU DID IT TO YASELF!!! U GON BLAME HER??? REALLY??? NAH WE AINT DOIN THAT. YOU GON OWN UP TO YO SHYT!”

He seemed to conclude with, “IM NOT DELETIN MY POSTS. I MEANT WHAT I SAID. LOVE ME OR LEAVE ME ALONE. IM HEADED TO DA LAB. WHILE YALL KEEP TWIDDLIN YA THUMBS LOOKIN FOR CLEVER HEARTFELT HAL-MARK CARD ANSWERS. WHAT DA HOMIE SAY??? HEAD IS DA ANSWER???
SUMTHIN LIKE THAT. TAP IN IF ITS LIKE THAT. CHURCH ON DA MOON… YEA I SAID ‘MOON’. ALL I DO IS GROW.”

Check out the messages below.

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Dionne Warwick & Fellow Industry Icons Speak At Clive Davis’ Funeral https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000402-dionne-warwick-clive-davis-funeral Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:07:00 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000402 The music industry came together to celebrate Clive Davis, with Dionne Warwick, sharing personal memories about her late friend.

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Despite the controversies that followed Clive Davis throughout his decades in the music business, the voices filling his funeral reflected a different side of his legacy. The legendary record executive, who died last week at 94, was remembered Monday (June 29) by artists who credited him with believing in their talent long before the rest of the industry caught on. For many of them, Davis was not only an executive but the person who opened the door that changed their lives.

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Industry Hitmakers Pay Their Respects

Held at Central Synagogue in Midtown Manhattan, the service brought together musicians whose careers became closely intertwined with Davis over the years. Dionne Warwick, Alicia Keys, Barry Manilow, Bruce Springsteen, Jennifer Hudson, and Kenny G were among those who honored the longtime executive through speeches and performances, while additional attendees included Gayle King, Adrien Brody, Ja Rule, Ted Sarandos, and Pat Houston.

Warwick delivered one of the ceremony’s most personal tributes, recalling a time when she was without a recording contract and seriously considering leaving music behind. According to PEOPLE, Davis encouraged her to keep going, telling her the industry was “not willing to give you up.”

Warwick would eventually sign with Arista Records, where the partnership helped produce one of the most successful chapters of her career. Fighting back emotion, Warwick closed her remarks by remembering the friendship they shared, saying Davis was always asking, “Where’s my Dionne?” before adding, “Well I’m here, Clive, today, for you.”

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Jennifer Hudson performed just prior to Alicia Keys paying her respects.

“You saw something in me that I was only just beginning to see in myself, and that’s a gift I’ll never fully be able to repay, only honor,” said Keys. “You didn’t just sign an artist, you recognized a soul… Thank you for seeing me, from the very beginning, before I even saw myself.”

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Former NBA Star Malik Beasley Indicted In Sports Gambling Investigation https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000392-malik-beasley-ed-davis-gambling-investigation-indictment Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:37:00 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000392 Federal prosecutors allege Malik Beasley & others accepted bribes as part of a gambling scheme tied to player prop bets during the 2023-24 NBA season.

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What began as an investigation into suspicious betting activity has continued to spread across professional basketball, with another pair of former NBA players now at the center of the federal government’s expanding case. Malik Beasley and Ed Davis have been indicted on multiple federal charges tied to an alleged scheme that prosecutors say involved manipulated player performances and illegal sports wagers.

According to NBC News, the newly unsealed indictment alleges that Beasley agreed to alter aspects of his on-court performance during the 2023-24 season while playing for the Milwaukee Bucks. Federal authorities claim Davis, who retired from the NBA in 2022, helped organize the arrangement by extending Beasley loans after the guard reportedly accumulated significant gambling debt. In exchange, prosecutors allege Beasley accepted bribes used to reduce or satisfy those debts, while Davis and other alleged co-conspirators placed wagers tied to Beasley’s individual statistics.

“Bribery and insider betting schemes like this one involving former NBA players … who exploited inside NBA information for profit erode the integrity of American sports and victimize the sports-watching public,” U.S. Attorney Joseph Nocella Jr. said.

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A Sprawling Gambling Probe That Involved Several Others

Rather than accusing the defendants of influencing game outcomes, prosecutors focused on prop bets involving specific statistical categories. Court filings describe alleged agreements involving Beasley’s points and rebounds in several Bucks games, claiming bettors used advance knowledge of those performances to place wagers worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. Authorities also allege one of the planned bets failed after Beasley exceeded the targeted rebounding total during a March 2024 matchup against the Brooklyn Nets.

The indictment charges Beasley, Davis, and four others with offenses including wire fraud conspiracy, bribery in sporting contests, honest services wire fraud conspiracy, and money laundering conspiracy. Davis was taken into custody following the indictment, while Beasley was not in custody as of Monday (June 29). Attorneys representing both former players had not publicly responded to the allegations at the time of publication.

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