After describing Mero as a “New Yorker,” Budden added that he’s “somebody that knows the city, speaks the city, speaks to the city, somebody that’s funny. Let’s see how it goes.” His co-hosts joined in on praising the move as well.

Despite liking the selection, Budden joked, “This is what I think: I ain’t y’all. I laughed for a long time when they announced Mero, and that was it. I’m like, ‘Where the f*ck everybody else?’ Either they saved a whole lot of money, because who the hell is Mero just up there. They didn’t even announce a crew, a friend… On the poster, it’s just Mero…. Don’t announce me by myself. Somebody gotta be behind me. He just looks lonely in the picture. We just fired five n****s and Laura. Ebro walking around Apple and sh*t. You’re putting a lot of pressure on one man.”

Ebro also had positive things to say while reacting to the news on social media, earlier this week. “Shout to @THEKIDMERO…. This is so great!” he wrote in a post on X (formerly Twitter).

Read More: Mero To Replace “Ebro In The Morning” On Hot 97

When Is “Mornings With Mero” Airing?

On Hot 97, Mero will now be serving as the host of his own show on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM. In a press release, Mero described the station as “the voice of NYC hip-hop and culture.”

“Hot 97 is the station—it’s been the voice of NYC hip-hop and culture for decades,” Mero said, according to Radio Insight. “I grew up listening to Hot 97, so to get the morning slot here isn’t just a job—it’s a responsibility to continue that legacy while bringing it into this next era of media. We’re gonna laugh, we’re gonna get into it, but it’s always gonna be real, and a real good time!”

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“I happened to love the drama between Blueface and Chrisean Rock,” she said. “I love it. I think that that’s a pimp, and I think that she got caught up with her pimp.” Saffold was quick to fire back, making it clear that she didn’t appreciate her suggestion in the slightest.

“Jill Scott, you know your big a** didn’t have no right coming for none of these kids talking about, ‘He a pimp,'” she declared, as seen in a clip shared by Live Bitez. “A pimp is somebody who lies and leeches off of women. If anything, Blue done gave so many women opportunities and careers from them trying to f*ck on him for something. They got everything they came for in return.”

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Who Is Blueface Dating?

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Saffold didn’t stop there, however. She went on to theorize that Scott only made these remarks because she’s unhappy with the outcome of her last relationship. “Find somebody else’s son to play with,” she concluded. “Blue didn’t do nothing to you.” At the time of writing, Scott has not publicly responded to Saffold’s rant.

Blueface has gotten up close and personal with various women since getting out of prison in November. He first linked up with Chrisean and Jaidyn Alexis, and then hard-launched his relationship with Hazel-E. That didn’t last very long, however, and he soon popped out with a woman named Nevaeh Akira. They appeared to go their separate ways following his livestream with Stunna Girl, though the nature of that relationship remains unclear.

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Over the past week or so, some of the artists involved in the festival have come out and confirmed their attendance. While Rolling Loud was looking to keep the lineup 100 percent under wraps, some artists could not contain themselves. Destroy Lonely and Sosocamo were among those who confirmed their attendance.

This morning, fans were blessed with some new information, as the entire lineup was officially confirmed. The headlines throughout the weekend are going to be Playboi Carti, NBA YoungBoy, and even Don Toliver.

These are great picks, especially when you consider the monstrous success of MUSIC. Not to mention, NBA YoungBoy and Don Toliver will presumably have new music out by then.

After the first major solo tour of his career, YoungBoy on a festival stage is certainly going to bring about some true hardcore fans.

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Rolling Loud 2026 Lineup

The rest of the lineup is exactly what you would hope for from Rolling Loud. There is a good mixture of mainstream acts, as well as underground artists who are looking to build their fanbase.

If you are someone who enjoys the festival experience, then this year’s Rolling Loud is probably going to be for you. A three-day ticket is going to run you $249 USD, which is a great deal considering the number of acts you’re going to get to see.

Not to mention, Orlando during the Spring is going to be beautiful. If you’re someone who has never experienced the festival before, now is certainly the time.

In March, fans will also get to experience Rolling Loud Australia. The festival has gone global, and it just goes to show how big hip-hop is on the world stage.

Only time will tell whether or not Rolling Loud 2026 turns out to be one of the best editions in the festival’s history.

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The popular streamer opened the video discussing self-reflection and wanting to create beyond streaming. He explained feeling limited by being known for just one thing in his career. The dramatic setup had fans worried he was quitting content creation entirely before the reveal.

Cenat traveled to Italy showing the process of creating denim and sewing. His passion for fashion design became clear throughout the entire video.

The clothing brand Vivet represents his attempt to expand creatively beyond his streaming persoanlity. Fan reactions have also been divided with some supporting his creative expansion into fashion.

Social media comments show fans feel confused about the dramatic presentation for a clothing line. Some viewers appreciate Cenat pursuing his dreams and expressing himself through different creative outlets.

They argue successful creators should explore multiple passions rather than staying boxed into one thing. Supporting his mental health and creative fulfillment matters more than just streaming content constantly.

Critics believe he should stick to what built his massive following in the first place. They see the clothing venture as a distraction from his core content that fans love. The dramatic “I quit” framing feels a bit manipulative for what ended up being a brand announcement.

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Kai Cenat Quit Streaming, Announces Vivet

Kai Cenat dropped this dramatic 23-minute video titled “I Quit” that had everyone thinking he was done with streaming but it turned out to also be an announcement for his new clothing brand Vivet.

He talked about self-doubt and wanting to create more than just streaming content while showing footage of him traveling to Italy learning about denim production and sewing. Overall, the whole thing has the internet pretty divided with some fans supporting his creative expansion into fashion.

On the other hand, some just want him to stick to streaming since that’s what made him famous in the first place and feel like the dramatic setup was misleading for a clothing brand launch.

Either way, whatever Kai does next, people will certainly still be tuned in.

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The snippet has social media users divided, and they’re making their feelings known in the comments section. While some are criticizing the middle schooler for lyrics about piercings and skipping school, others are coming to her defense.

“She does too much for a TWELVE YEAR OLD. If you don’t understand that, you’re a part of the issue,” one user claims. “Wait this is hardddd She might actually be one of the best nepo babies utilizing her platform the right way,” another writes. Someone else simply says, “Her daddy’s daughter fasho.”

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North West’s Latest Beats

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This isn’t the first music we’ve heard from North recently, as she’s been cooking up beats since ringing in the new year. She even produced a song for Lil Wayne’s teenage son, Lil Novi. She typically shares her music on her or her father Kanye West’s social media accounts. For the most part, the feedback she’s received has been positive.

In addition to her musical abilities, North West has sparked plenty of controversy in recent months for flaunting her fake tattoos, piercings, and grills online. Her mother, Kim Kardashian, typically keeps quiet when it comes to the backlash. During an appearance on Call Her Daddy in October, however, the SKIMS founder asked for grace as she figures out what’s best for her and her kids.

“I think like, any mom of a teenager or a preteen, unless you’ve been here, like, please ― we just need a little bit of grace,” she explained. “It’s interesting because all the kids are like wearing the same things, but then my daughter tries to wear it, and then I’m like, ‘OK, we’re never wearing that again.’ […] Unfortunately, we made that mistake in front of the whole world.”

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Drake’s highest-ranked album is 2011’s iconic Take Care at No. 17, followed by Some Sexy Songs 4 U at No. 25, Views at No. 39, Certified Lover Boy at No. 64, For All The Dogs at No. 72, Thank Me Later at No. 92, Scorpion at No. 101, More Life at No. 133, and Nothing Was the Same at No. 179.

When Kurrco shared the news on X (formerly Twitter), fans celebrated Drake’s success in the replies. “I just know his haters kept scrolling annoyed as f*ck that they saw this post,” one user wrote. Another added: “WAY BETTER THER YOUR FAVORITES. THERE IS NOTHING YALL CAN DO ABOUT IT.”

Read More: DJ Akademiks Boldly Labels Drake’s “For All The Dogs” A Classic

When Is Drake Dropping “Iceman”?

The rise of Drake’s album on the Billboard 200 chart comes as he gears up for his next release, Iceman. Despite not yet confirming an official release date, he has been promoting the project for months. DJ Akademiks even wrote on his X account, last week: “ICEMAN SO SOON! MY GOAT ALWAYS DELIVERS!”

Drake last provided insight of his own while streaming with BenDaDonnn before the end of 2025. “I’m going on a last recording trip… There’s plenty to talk about. We’ll talk about it,” he said at the time. “Iceman coming soon, y’all boys better duck and get out the way.”

 Speaking with Complex in November, he promised to host at least one more Iceman livestream episode. “The finale will be our best work,” he told the outlet. He has been revealing a new single with each stream. So far, he’s released “What Did I Miss?”, “Which One” featuring Central Cee, and “Dog House” featuring Yeat and Julia Wolf.

Read More: DJ Akademiks’ Latest Update Suggests Drake’s “ICEMAN” Is Dropping Sooner Than You Think

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With that being said, one might be surprised to see that the two have linked up for a collab. This comes on the heels of Keke Palmer getting flirty with Blueface on stream a few weeks ago.

In a series of images on Instagram, Keke Palmer and PlaqueBoyMax could be seen getting lovey-dovey. This came out of nowhere, and when you take their ages into consideration, you can’t help but be a bit confused.

PlaqueBoyMax is 22, while Palmer is 32. This is a 10-year age gap, which feels like a lot. Needless to say, fans have questions about what exactly is going on here.

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Keke Palmer & PlaqueBoyMax Make Some Noise

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“Ain’t she like 10 years older than bro?” one fan wrote. “Its a promo I bet,” said another. The general consensus here was that if this is truly a new relationship, then it doesn’t really make much sense.

However, the promo angle certainly answers a few questions here. After all, PlaqueBoyMax is known for making music. Keke Palmer’s music career is currently on the up and up, which makes a collaboration perfect for both sides.

If the two are dropping a track together or an In The Booth session, then it would make sense to get together in this way to build intrigue among fans. At the end of the day, no one really expects these two to be in a serious relationship.

That said, the people want more answers. The only way to get those answers is by keeping tabs on PlaqueBoyMax’s stream, as well as Keke Palmer’s social media. In that sense, this is the perfect work of promo.

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House Of Heat reports that the Air Jordan 4 “London” will be released in the Fall of 2026. 

The “London” colorway features a sophisticated black and burgundy color scheme throughout the design. Dark grey nubuck covers most of the upper creating a premium subdued aesthetic overall. Burgundy accents hit the midsole, outsole, and branding adding depth and contrast nicely.

The heel shows “LDN” text alongside a burgundy Nike logo referencing London’s airport code. This subtle location branding connects the shoe to the city it’s named after. The burgundy and tan gradient outsole creates visual interest at the bottom of the shoe.

These mockups suggest a refined take on the Air Jordan 4 silhouette entirely. The darker palette makes this perfect for fall and winter styling situations effortlessly. Grey and burgundy work together creating a mature colorway that stands out from typical releases.

Fall 2026 timing positions this perfectly for cooler weather months and seasonal rotations. Jordan Brand often releases city-specific colorways celebrating different locations globally and their unique cultures. London joins other major cities that have received special Air Jordan 4 tributes.

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Air Jordan 4 “London” Retail Price

The Air Jordan 4 “London” mockups show this really clean black and burgundy colorway with dark grey nubuck covering most of the upper. Black mesh panels hit the side quarters and tongue keeping that classic Jordan 4 look we all know.

Burgundy accents pop on the midsole and outsole with a nice tan-to-burgundy gradient effect on the rubber bottom. The heel features “LDN” text with a burgundy Nike logo paying tribute to London’s airport code.

Black laces and eyelets keep everything cohesive while grey tones dominate the nubuck panels. The burgundy and tan gradient outsole adds a sophisticated touch that elevates this above standard black Jordan 4s you typically see everywhere.

Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $220 when they drop.

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Release Date: January 14, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: Slime Cry

Quotable Lyrics from Creep Up On Ya

F*ck it, you know that I’m thuggin’
I bought a brand new XD for you
Shavin’ the back of the cutter, shavin’ the barrel on the shotty
Lil’ kid, we done caught him in public
He done put his lil life on the line, pluck him

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Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Levi’s x Air Jordan 3 “Black Denim” will be released in February 2026.

The “Black Denim” colorway features mixed denim fabrics in black and grey tones throughout. Black leather overlays contrast with grey denim panels creating interesting texture and depth overall.

This combination gives the shoe a unique workwear-inspired aesthetic that stands out completely. Levi’s signature red tab appears subtly integrated into the design adding authentic branding touch. The heel shows a special Nike Air logo woven into grey denim fabric.

White “NIKE AIR” text pops against the black denim heel backing nicely. Red Jumpman logos on the tongue provide the only bright color accent throughout. The black and grey palette keeps these incredibly versatile for everyday wear situations effortlessly.

White midsoles maintain that classic Jordan 3 look we all know and love. This collaboration merges Levi’s denim heritage with Jordan Brand’s iconic basketball silhouette perfectly. The premium materials elevate this beyond standard Jordan 3 releases significantly in quality.

Denim construction gives these a completely different vibe compared to traditional leather versions entirely. The workwear aesthetic aligns with current fashion trends favoring utilitarian design elements heavily. Expect high demand when these finally drop given the Levi’s collaboration hype factor.

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Levi’s x Air Jordan 3 “Black Denim” Retail Price

The Levi’s x Air Jordan 3 “Black Denim” looks really clean in these in-hand shots with mixed denim construction in black and grey tones. Black leather overlays cover the toe and mudguard while grey denim panels fill the side sections with visible weave patterns.

Black denim hits the heel and collar with a special Nike Air logo woven into grey fabric on back. Red Jumpman logos on the tongue provide the only bright color pop.

White midsoles maintain that classic Jordan 3 look while the black outsole ties everything together perfectly for a sophisticated versatile aesthetic.

The retail price for each pair will be $230 when they officially drop.

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