The artist was hosting a live stream, in which he was connecting with his supporters. During the live stream, Kodak appeared to be in an inebriated state. From there, he went on numerous lengthy rants, some of which implicated artists like Kanye West and Kendrick Lamar.

For instance, Kodak claims he, Kanye, and Kendrick all form a group called the “KKK.” He says all three artists are “woke” and that they share a common ideology. “We black jews, we Israelites,” Kodak said.

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Kodak Black Speaks To His Fans

His use of the KKK is ultimately what has captured people’s attention. Ultimately, Kanye West has been trying to distance himself from controversial ideologies. With Kodak Black stating that Ye is in a group called the “KKK,” there is now some unfortunate attention on the Bully artist.

Meanwhile, Kendrick Lamar is being lumped into this. Of course, Lamar took quite a bit of flak back in 2022 for including Kodak on his album, Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers. Even today, there are some fans who believe this was a huge misstep for the artist.

That said, it is clear that Kodak Black is not in the right state of mind right now. It is certainly an unfortunate clip to watch, and you can only hope that Kodak is able to find some help in the near future. Live streams are not the place for the artist right now, especially with fans egging on this behavior.

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Release Date: July 8, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Tracklust for Bling Slime Vol. 1

1. MAN ON THE MOON
2. ALMIGHTY DOLLA
3. WYD2
4. FOURS ft. Young Thug
5. HEDIS N PELLES ft. Pz’
6. GG
7. HORSEBIT ft. Lil Righteous
8. 3 Wishes ft. Sk8star
9. STFU
10. BURGERS N FRIES ft. Soutsidesilhouette
11. MATTER OF TIME

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Release Date: July 7, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

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Release Date: July 7, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop, Dance Music

Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics from Human Again

Took me by the tongue but I’m fluent again
I like the way you cut me, can you do it again
This poison got me feeling like I’m human again
You put up all the walls, I go through it again

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Release Date: July 3, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: My Blood As The Ink

Quotable Lyrics from Run

Movin’ through these bitches
I don’t got no time to focus on my life, yeah
Why they tryna take my soul away?
Now I don’t got a fuckin’ chance to focus on my life

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This drop continues that pattern of previewing unreleased Nike Kobe styles. The upper mixes red and grey tones with black snakeskin texture. That print spreads across the toe box and midfoot panels. A small red X detail sits near the lace area.

White accents run through the swoosh and lacing system. A red outsole finishes off the look at the bottom. Snake motifs have long tied into Kobe’s basketball nickname. The Black Mamba imagery shows up across several of his signature shoes.

This colorway leans into that theme through its texture choice. It fits alongside past reveals built around similar snake concepts. Nike has steadily rolled out Kobe Protro and EM releases in recent years. Vanessa Bryant typically previews these pairs before any official announcement. Many end up staying exclusive, while others eventually reach wider release.

There’s no word yet on whether this pair will hit shelves. For now, it joins a growing list of previewed Kobe 9 colorways. Fans will likely learn more details in the coming weeks.

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Nike Kobe 9 Elite Low EM “California Mountain Snake”

The Kobe 9 Elite Low EM uses engineered mesh instead of Flyknit. That construction gives the upper a slightly different texture and feel. Snake-inspired colorways have become a recurring theme across the Kobe line.

They tie directly back to Kobe’s Black Mamba nickname from his playing days. That name came from the 2003 film “Kill Bill,” which Kobe cited as inspiration. Nike has used snakeskin patterns across several models since then.

This “California Mountain Snake” pair continues that visual language. Vanessa Bryant typically shares these previews through her Instagram account first. From there, sneaker outlets pick up the story and share more details. Release information usually follows within a few weeks of the initial reveal.

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Sylvester tagged the shoes “OTF,” short for only the family. That label points to how limited this particular pair really is. The design reworks the original “Ferrari” 14 from a few years back. That version used bold red suede paired with black and yellow accents.

This flip swaps the red for a deep, regal purple tone instead. Yellow badge details and red branding carry over from the original design. A carbon fiber pattern still wraps around the midsole area. The outsole keeps its orange gradient, matching the earlier Ferrari release closely.

Jordan Brand has a long history of giving out these types of exclusives. Player editions date back to Michael Jordan’s own early PE sneakers. These days, they usually go to signed athletes without their own signature line. Sylvester fits that mold as a longtime Jordan Brand collaborator.

Reports suggest this purple version may also tie into WNBA All-Star festivities. A gold midfoot shank reportedly nods to that connection. For now, the shoes remain exclusive, with no public release confirmed.

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Nigel Sylvester Unreleased Air Jordan 14

Friends and family sneakers rarely make it to general release. Jordan Brand typically produces them in extremely small batches. That scarcity is part of what makes them stand out online.

The original “Ferrari” 14 already carries a strong reputation among collectors. It drew inspiration from Michael Jordan’s own Ferrari 550 Maranello. Tinker Hatfield leaned into that car’s design language when building the shoe.

Flipping the colorway to purple keeps that same sports car inspiration intact. It just shifts the palette into something completely different visually. Since Sylvester posted the only images so far, details remain limited. More information will likely surface as people react online. For now, this stays firmly in exclusive territory, unlikely to hit shelves.

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The disagreement comes as Howard pursues his own civil lawsuit against both Combs and Cassie, alleging he suffered physical and psychological harm during his involvement in the encounters, claims Cassie has denied.

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Howard Continues His Legal Fight

According to TMZ, in a newly filed declaration, Howard pushed back against accusations that a now-deleted TikTok video amounted to a threat against Cassie. Her legal team previously cited the nearly nine-minute video after Howard referred to her as a “whore” and said, “B*tch, I’m going to burn you out with fire.”

They argued the remarks were threatening and asked the court to prevent him from making further public attacks. Howard, however, maintains the comments were never intended to intimidate Cassie, describing both that statement and his remark that she could “win stupid prizes” as figures of speech rather than threats.

Howard told the court he voluntarily removed the TikTok and acknowledged portions of the video were “intemperate.” He added that the language did not reflect the tone he intends to bring to the litigation moving forward. He also said he plans to stop discussing the case publicly and will instead limit any future statements to court filings while the legal proceedings continue. The court has not yet ruled on Cassie’s request to restrict Howard’s public commentary about the case.

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Police arrested Bic, born Jeremiah Edrick Northern, on Tuesday (July 7) in connection with a fatal shooting reported the previous evening. According to investigators, officers responded to the 3500 block of Fairview Drive after receiving reports of gunfire. An initial incident report alleges Northern and another man attempted to rob one of two men at the scene before shots were fired. Police have not publicly identified the second suspect, describing him only as a 20-year-old man. Authorities also have not disclosed which of the two men listed as victims died during the incident.

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Official Charges Have Not Been Announced

Northern was booked into the Craighead County Detention Center on suspicion of first-degree murder. As of now, prosecutors have not announced formal charges beyond the arrest, and additional details surrounding the shooting remain limited. Like anyone accused of a crime, Northern is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.

Before his arrest, Bic Fizzle emerged as one of Arkansas’ most promising young artists, earning Gucci Mane’s attention with a series of regional releases before signing to 1017 Records. The label has helped launch the careers of numerous Southern rappers, though it has also endured repeated scrutiny as multiple artists have faced high-profile legal cases over the years. Whether the allegations against Bic Fizzle ultimately affect his future with the label remains to be seen as the investigation continues.

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While streaming from the stands, IShowSpeed was seen interacting with nearby supporters when one person allegedly directed a racist remark toward him in Spanish. According to the Associated Press, after asking what was being said, the streamer was informed the individual appeared to tell him to “go cry to the zoo,” a comment widely interpreted as racist. Clips of the exchange quickly circulated online, prompting widespread condemnation and calls for FIFA to respond.

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An Investigation Is Underway

The organization reportedly confirmed Tuesday (July 7) that it has opened an investigation into the incident and reiterated its stance against discrimination. “FIFA strongly condemns racism, hate and discrimination in all forms,” the governing body said in a statement. “These actions have no place in football, at the FIFA World Cup, or anywhere in society. … The FIFA World Cup is a celebration of unity, diversity and respect. It brings together people, cultures and communities from around the world, and anyone who acts in a manner that undermines these values is not welcome in our game.”

As of Tuesday, IShowSpeed had not publicly commented on FIFA’s announcement. The streamer, whose audience stretches across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, has become one of the internet’s most recognizable soccer personalities over the past several years. This makes the incident a stark reminder that racism remains an ongoing issue despite the sport’s repeated calls for greater inclusion.

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