That’s because she just teased a beat snippet on her social media. The 15-second preview borrows heavily from the current wave of rage artists that continue to surface every other day. It’s bombastic, distorted, and features, trunk-rattling bass and 808s.

While it’s a bit rough on the ears, in general it’s pretty on par with the rest of the production in the subgenre. Artists like Che, OsamaSon, Ken Carson, and others would more than likely approve of this effort from North West.

We are unsure if this is the first beat she’s ever shown off online. But we have no doubt that she’s been working a lot on her craft behind the scenes. After all, she did do a lot for her dad during the VULTURES 1 era in 2024.

Then, she contributed to “TALKING,” one of the lead singles, both vocally and directorially. Her efforts continued into VULTURES 2, albeit on the much-maligned track “BOMB.”

But with past rumors of working on an album with Ye and this latest teaser, we can only see her getting better with time.

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North West Spends Christmas With Kanye West

Elsewhere, North did get to see her dad, who hasn’t been in the healthiest spot with her mom, Kim. They reunited for Christmas and were “cordial with each other,” per TMZ.

It seems like the father of four has been trying to be better for himself and his family after his visit with a New York rabbi late last year. The source who shared this holiday update said that he’s “really working on himself.”

Prior to this meetup, Ye seemingly hadn’t talked to North or the rest of kids for a little while. Back during a Call Her Daddy interview in October 2025, Kim told Alex Cooper that it had been a handful of months since he called them. “Hmm. Whenever he’ll call them and ask. It’s probably been a couple months since we’ve heard from him?”

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“Akademiks, you need to fix your tweets,” he remarked. “Talking about all the rappers is lame ’cause they streaming and all that. Boy, shut the f**k up… B***h, you lame, n***a. Ain’t no f***ing body lame. N***as can stream if they want to. F**k is you talking about? Fat piece of s**t.”

As caught by Cousin Tino on Twitter, Ak responded to this on his livestream. He said the “Crank Dat” pioneer isn’t part of the group he was talking about, as he didn’t know he was streaming. As such, the streamer said he didn’t expect an offended reaction. Also, he refuted Soulja’s assessment of his comments, saying that he never said they were “lame,” just that their image has sometimes been tainted by appearing on livestreams.

From there, Akademiks brought up Soulja Boy’s Blueface beef, saying he should focus on the California rapper allegedly sleeping with his girl rather than this Internet dispute. Also, DJ Akademiks’ assessment on these rappers, in his words, is about artists who put music first. He doesn’t put Soulja in that category.

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What’s Soulja Boy’s Beef With DJ Akademiks?

Then, Ak clowned the MC for meager business ventures while his opponent continued to criticize his perspective in the clips he was playing. He also explained his original point further, emphasizing that in his view, most rappers have a lot to lose and not much to gain from being on content creators’ streams. More specifically, Akademiks brought up Playboi Carti and NBA YoungBoy as examples of people who haven’t done many (if any) livestreams for a reason. Of course, there’s Carti’s awkward stream with Adin Ross from a while back, as well as Ross’ failed attempts to stream with YoungBoy.

Ironically, despite Soulja Boy’s issues with DJ Akademiks and his claim that he was the first rapper on Twitch, he did suggest that Akademiks is a big part of why streaming is so popular in hip-hop today. Finally, Ak said Soulja Boy might be up against Blueface if he chooses the right angle of a “victory lap” after Blue spent time in jail and now has to pay his former partner.

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Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Air Jordan 5 OG “White Metallic” will now be released on April 25th, 2026.

The “White Metallic” remains a fan favorite after decades. This colorway was originally dropped back in 1990. It became instantly recognizable on and off the court. Michael Jordan wore these during his incredible playoff runs.

The clean white and metallic silver combination stays timeless. The 2026 version appears to stay true to the original. Premium white leather covers the entire upper construction. Metallic silver accents hit the tongue, side panels, and midsole.

Jordan Brand continues honoring their heritage with OG releases. These retros generate serious excitement in sneaker culture every time. The “White Metallic” colorway never goes out of style. Collectors and new fans alike will chase this release.

Expect massive demand when these hit retailers soon. The retail price will follow standard Air Jordan 5 pricing. Mark your calendars for this big drop. The Air Jordan 5 “White Metallic” proves classics never die.

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Air Jordan 5 “White Metallic” Retail Price

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The Air Jordan 5 “White Metallic” features a clean white leather upper throughout the entire shoe. Subtle grey accents provide tonal depth across the side panels and quarter overlays. Metallic silver reflective material hits the tongue with its distinctive fighter jet-inspired design.

The embroidered “23” appears cleanly on the lateral side in grey stitching. Black Nike Air branding sits boldly on the heel alongside the classic Jumpman logo. The translucent icy blue outsole showcases the herringbone traction pattern and Jumpman logo beneath.

The white midsole features black shark tooth detailing that wraps around the entire shoe. This maintains the aggressive look that made this silhouette revolutionary when Tinker Hatfield first designed it.

Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $215 when they drop.

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With great excitement, the songwriter wrote on her Instagram, “Finally my new album entitled TO WHOM THIS MAY CONCERN drops Feb. 13th!!!! PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE and THANK YOU for your patience and your listening ears. Presave link available in my bio now! Much Love, Jilly from Philly.”

Jill’s actually discussed To Whom It May Concern already, doing so at the tail end of December. Speaking with Million Dollaz Worth Of Game, she told Wallo and Gillie, “It’s a lot of living in this album. It’s a lot of revelation. Musically, it’s a full spectrum. Had some wonderful musicians come in. I feel touched all over, literally… The musicianship on this project and the people that gravitated towards it, I couldn’t be happier. I couldn’t have ever even imagined who is on this album.”

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Who Will Be Featured On To Whom This May Concern?

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Speaking of features, Jill didn’t spare any expense. Ab-Soul, J.I.D., Tierra Whack and Too $hort will be the guest vocalists. All of them should lend some intriguing performances to the album’s tracklist.

As for the noteworthy producers, they include DJ Premier, Adam Blackstone, Om’Mas Keith, Camper, Andre Harris, Trombone Shorty, Seige Montracity, Eric Wortham, DW Wright and VT Tolan.

Om’Mas Keith’s contributions can actually be heard already as Jill Scott has also dropped the lead single for To Whom It May Concern today. “Beautiful People” kicks off the rollout on a high note (no pun intended) as Jill’s still got it and them some vocally.

As we shared, circle February 13 on your calendars. The album will consist of 19 songs.

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As caught by Livebitez on Instagram, she posted a video to her IG of her allegedly sleeping next to the former Migo. Or rather, ‘Set allegedly sleeping next to Powell, as she’s holding the camera above him with a smile. In fact, she even insinuated that they allegedly recorded an explicit tape together, and flips him off at one point.

“made a tape last night & all u heard was him in the video lol offset you sleepy boy @celinagonewild,” Celina captioned her post.

Fans took to Livebitez‘s comments section on Instagram with sharp criticisms of this alleged invasion of privacy. Also, they brought up Celina Powell’s infamous relationship scandals. Some even pointed to her previous history with Offset, which involved false rumors and allegations on her behalf. We will see if the rapper responds to this clip.

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Celina Powell’s “History” With Offset

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For those unaware, Celina Powell has made various claims about Offset, alleging that he fathered a child with her back in late 2017. This was when he was still with Cardi B. She later admitted that she lied about the whole thing during a conversation with DJ Akademiks.

“There’s no baby,” Powell expressed. “Get over it. Suck my d**k. Y’all investigated this s**t for nine months. I didn’t give a f**k, I was laughing at you b***hes. I, Celina, apologize to you, [Cardi]. I’m sorry, I sincerely apologize if I made you, for one second, think Offset was the father of my pretend baby.”

But Celina Powell’s Offset claims didn’t stop there. Back in 2021, she alleged that he offered her $50K to get an abortion, which Cardi B herself clapped back at.

With all this history in mind, we will see if either party addresses these allegations and their alleged relationship once more. Both of them are in a lot of drama, and this clip doesn’t make that any easier to mitigate.

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Via a social media post, the Harlem creative teased the single’s upcoming release and music video. It’s seemingly directed by Rocky himself, Folkert Verdoorn, and Simon Becks; “A.K.A. The Three Musketeers,” as teased by the clip. Magna Studios, Freenjoy, and AWGE produced it, whereas Winona Ryder will star. In the teaser clip, you can also see model, actor, and musician Brooks Ginnan, whom you might recognize from JPEGMAFIA music videos and Playboi Carti shoots.

As for the sound of the track itself, languid guitar riffs lead into a propulsive drum beat, but we don’t hear much else. Luckily, we won’t have to wait long to hear the whole thing, as it’s apparently coming out on Monday (January 5).

“VIDEO OF THE F***IN YEAR,” the A$AP artist captioned his post. “HAPPY NEW YEAR 2026 -DONTBEDUMB PUNK ROCKY MONDAY.” A$AP Rocky’s promoting the heck out of this album, and we can’t wait for it to finally manifest.

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When Is A$AP Rocky Dropping Don’t Be Dumb?

A$AP Rocky’s Don’t Be Dumb comes out on January 16 of this year, meaning we are just two weeks away from one of the decade’s most anticipated hip-hop albums. All the delays, setbacks, and teases have kept it in that conversation for pretty much every year in the 2020s. Will it live up to the hype?

We sure hope so. Recently, A$AP Rocky revealed Don’t Be Dumb‘s direction, which is also in collaboration with Tim Burton.

“The 15 track, 2LP vinyl moves through genres the way you’d move through a city—Jazz, Hip-Hop, Metal, Indie, R&B—each track capturing a different block, mood, or moment. It’s Rocky in full range,” a description from the Bilt loyalty program read. A$AP Rocky partnered with them to cover rent for the tenants in the Harlem building he lived in as a teenager. With two bonus tracks on a side B, Don’t Be Dumb will reportedly be 17 tracks long in its fullest version.

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Sneaker News reports that the Air Jordan 3 OG “World’s Best Dad” will be released on May 30th, 2026.

Nike is offering two sizes for different travel needs. The 26in hardshell suitcase works perfect for weekend trips. The larger 29in version handles longer vacations with ease. Both sizes feature premium hardshell construction throughout.

The design translates Air Force 1 elements into functional luggage. Nike’s attention to detail shows in every aspect. The suitcase mimics the sneaker’s clean aesthetic perfectly. This is more than just branded travel gear. Sneakerheads can now match their luggage to their kicks. The all-black colorway keeps things sleek and versatile.

Nike branding appears subtly on the exterior shell. The interior features thoughtful organization compartments. Smooth-rolling wheels make airport navigation effortless. The telescoping handle extends and retracts with ease.

TSA-approved locks provide security for belongings. The hardshell protects your items during rough handling. This release shows Nike’s expansion beyond footwear and apparel. The brand continues finding creative ways to reach consumers.

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Nike Suitcase For Men

The Nike Air Force 1 Suitcase showcases a sleek all-black hardshell exterior with the iconic Nike swoosh embossed subtly on the front panel, creating that signature minimal look Air Force 1 fans recognize instantly.

The backside features a stunning raised circular pattern that mimics the Air Force 1 outsole design with concentric rings and geometric lines flowing across the surface, bringing genuine sneaker DNA to functional luggage.

Four multi-directional spinner wheels in black provide smooth rolling capability while a sturdy telescoping handle with comfortable grip ensures easy maneuvering through airports and hotels. The interior reveals organized compartments with mesh pockets and compression straps. All lined with Nike Air branding that repeats throughout in a subtle pattern alongside “thank you for flying nike air” text.

The collection features a 26 inch suitcase reatil price of $310 as well as a bigger 29 inch case will retail for $360.

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From friends-and-family releases to charity auctions, these kicks are legendary. Here’s the ranking of every Eminem x Air Jordan sneaker release:

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5. Air Jordan 3 “Super Bowl”

The Air Jordan 3 “Super Bowl” was made exclusively for Eminem’s appearance at Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg’s Super Bowl halftime show performance. Only 10 pairs exist, making it incredibly rare.

The design features classic Fire Red colors with unique personal touches. Eminem’s reverse “E” logo appears on the tongue. The heel includes a Jason Voorhees mask and Slim Shady branding. The sneaker perfectly captures the Super Bowl’s energy.

It arrived during a massive cultural moment for hip-hop. The limited production keeps resale values extremely high. Most fans will never see these in person. They represent Eminem’s continued partnership with Jordan Brand.

Despite the low production, they lack the historical weight of earlier releases. The Super Bowl connection adds hype but not enough legacy.

These are still grails for any serious collector, and the design quality matches Jordan Brand’s premium standards. This collaboration shows their relationship remains strong after two decades.

4. Air Jordan 2 “The Way I Am”

This collaboration holds deep personal meaning for Eminem. The Air Jordan 2 was his first pair of Jordans growing up. He chose this model to promote his autobiography of the same name.

The design features grey suede and black leather throughout. Em’s handwritten lyrics cover the mudguard and collar. Only 313 pairs were made, honoring Detroit’s area code. The shoe was released exclusively through the Air Jordan Flight Club online.

Resale prices quickly shot into the thousands. The personal connection makes this release special for longtime fans. It shows Eminem’s respect for his sneaker history. The grey and black colorway keeps things understated but premium.

These aren’t as flashy as other Eminem Jordans. However, the storytelling element elevates their significance. Collectors appreciate the literary connection and Detroit pride. The limited run makes them nearly impossible to find. This release proved Eminem could move beyond the Jordan 4.

3. Air Jordan 4 x Carhartt “Black Chrome”

This three-way collaboration brought together Detroit’s finest brands. Eminem, Jordan Brand, and Carhartt created something truly unique. The black Carhartt canvas upper gives serious workwear vibes.

Chrome eyelets provide bold contrast against the dark base. A translucent outsole adds modern sneaker technology. The heel features Eminem’s reverse “E” and Jason’s hockey mask. Only 10 pairs were auctioned on eBay for charity.

The auction raised $227,000 for the Marshall Mathers Foundation. Proceeds supported music education programs in Michigan. The Carhartt connection celebrates Detroit’s blue-collar roots. This collaboration perfectly represents Eminem’s hometown pride.

The design balances premium materials with rugged construction. Resale prices consistently stay above $30,000. Some pairs have sold for over $40,000.

The charity aspect adds meaningful purpose beyond hype. This release shows how sneaker culture can give back. The Carhartt partnership was unexpected but brilliant.

2. Air Jordan 4 “Encore” 2017 Retro

Jordan Brand brought back the legendary “Encore” colorway for charity. Only 23 pairs were produced for a StockX raffle. The proceeds supported Eminem’s Marshall Mathers Foundation again.

The 2017 version features slight differences from the original. These changes help distinguish the retro from the 2005 release. The blue suede and red accents are still there. Fans donated $10 for chances to win the shoes.

The raffle generated massive excitement in sneaker culture. Resale prices reached nearly $20,000 for this version. While less rare than the original, it’s still incredibly limited. The retro gave fans a second chance at owning history.

It proved the Encore’s lasting impact on sneaker culture. The charity angle made the hype feel purposeful. This release showed Eminem’s ongoing commitment to giving back. The blue colorway remains one of Jordan Brand’s boldest.

Few collaborations can command this much resale value years later. The 2017 retro cemented the Encore’s legendary status.

1. Air Jordan 4 “Encore” 2005

This is the most legendary Eminem sneaker ever created. Only 50 pairs were made for friends and family. The blue suede construction stands out immediately. Red, grey, and black accents complete the eye-catching design.

Encore branding appears on the tongue and heel. This was Eminem’s first-ever Air Jordan collaboration. It dropped during the peak of his commercial success. The shoe commemorated his fourth studio album. The blue colorway came from a rejected Undefeated sample.

Eminem spotted it at Nike headquarters and made it his own. Resale prices have hit tens of thousands of dollars, with some pairs selling for over $50,000 at auction. The Encore defined what a celebrity sneaker collab could be. It set the standard for exclusivity in sneaker culture.

This release proved hip-hop artists could create sneaker grails. The design remains fresh nearly two decades later. No other Eminem Jordan captures this much history and hype. The Encore is the ultimate sneakerhead flex.

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Dallas news outlet WFAA reportedly confirmed via various family members that he is in the hospital in critical condition. Zee reportedly suffered multiple gunshot wounds, including one allegedly to the head, during an alleged altercation which reportedly took place in the club’s parking lot.

At press time, Dallas police have reportedly not announced any arrests made in connection to this tragic incident. They reportedly continue to investigate the situation for motive, circumstances, and other factors. ZeeTheWizard’s family reportedly surrounds him at a North Texas hospital as of writing this article. Per The Dallas Morning News, various relatives asked folks to stop speculating on his condition via social media posts on Facebook and Instagram.

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Who Is ZeeTheWizard?

For those unfamiliar, ZeeTheWizard made a name for himself in the Dallas hip-hop scene last year after kicking off his career in 2024. For example, his August single “Boss N***a” has amassed over 640,000 views on YouTube, and he signed with Future’s Freebandz in November of 2025, according to AllHipHop.

Zee reportedly began his music career after an injury upended his athletic aspirations. In addition to working with fellow Dallas rappers like Zillionaire Doe and Yung Donn, he is also part of the New Dallas collective advocating for unity and peace in their local hip-hop scene.

BigXthaPlug’s Reaction

Amid this news, a video also surfaced of BigXthaPlug reacting to the shooting on the scene. “They shot Zee in the head, what the f**k?!” he exclaimed in the clip, as caught by My Mixtapez on Twitter. We hope loved ones and fans get more information about this situation soon, and wish Zee a speedy recovery.

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Sneaker Bar Detroit reports that the Air Jordan 3 OG “World’s Best Dad” will be released on May 30th, 2026.

That win came three years after his father’s tragic murder. James Jordan’s death deeply affected Michael and the entire basketball world. The championship represented MJ’s ultimate tribute to his dad.

The iconic photo of Jordan crying on the locker room floor remains unforgettable. He clutched the game ball while overcome with emotion. This Air Jordan 3 captures that raw moment perfectly. The “World’s Best Dad” inscription appears on the heel.

Gold script lettering adds a premium touch to the design. The classic white, black, and red colorway stays true to Jordan tradition. Elephant print detailing maintains the Air Jordan 3’s signature aesthetic. Father’s Day releases always carry special meaning in sneaker culture.

This drop connects generations of basketball fans and fathers. The emotional backstory elevates this beyond a typical retro release.

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Air Jordan 3 “World’s Best Dad” Retail Price

The shoes feature a clean sail-colored leather upper that serves as the foundation for this emotionally charged design, complemented by black accents throughout the collar, eyelets, and iconic elephant print panels that wrap around the toe and heel.

The signature Jumpman logo appears in red on the tongue while red detailing continues on the midsole visible Air unit and outsole for that classic Chicago Bulls color scheme. What makes this pair truly special is the gold “World’s Best” script embroidered on the black heel collar, adding a luxurious and sentimental touch that honors the Father’s Day theme.

Expect massive demand from collectors and Jordan enthusiasts alike. Jordan Brand continues telling meaningful stories through footwear. This release celebrates fatherhood and MJ’s enduring legacy.

The timing makes this a perfect gift for dads everywhere. Set your reminders for Father’s Day weekend 2026. Also, the retail price of the sneakers will be $210 when they drop.

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