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Air Jordan 1 Low “Howard” Finally Gets Official School Branding

Ben Atkinson — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:16:34 +0000

The Air Jordan 1 Retro Low OG “Howard” releases October 1st for $155. The style code is IX8478-410.

This drop looks different from the last Howard-inspired Jordan 1. That 2024 release skipped any actual school branding, sticking to color cues alone. This one goes further, adding “Howard Bison” text and the Wings logo directly on the heel.

A navy leather upper covers most of the shoe, giving it a clean, sturdy base. The Swoosh comes in a textured red material with a white outline, adding some depth against the smooth navy panels. White detailing runs through the tongue and midsole, keeping the look balanced.

Also there is a navy rubber outsole finishes things off, matching the upper instead of breaking up the color scheme. Overall, it is a subtle choice that keeps the shoe from feeling too busy.

Given the branding upgrade, this pair should land as one of the more significant Howard releases yet. Longtime supporters of the partnership finally get a shoe that says it out loud.

Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Howard University”

Image via Nike

Jordan Brand and Howard University signed their partnership back in 2022. It made Howard the first HBCU with Jordan Brand as its official athletic outfitter, in a deal set to run 20 years.

Since then, Howard athletes have worn exclusive Jordan Brand PEs across several models. The Air Jordan 4 and Air Jordan 6 have both gotten Howard-specific versions over the years. Most of those never made it past campus.

Retail releases tied to Howard have stayed rare by comparison. The 2024 Air Jordan 1 Low OG leaned on color alone, without any real school branding attached. This new pair changes that approach entirely.

Adding the Bison name and Wings logo signals Jordan Brand treating Howard less like inspiration and more like an actual collaborator. For Bison alumni and Jordan Brand collectors alike, this is shaping up to be the standout release of the ongoing relationship.

Image via Nike

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c – Album by Lucy Bedroque

Alexander Cole — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 13:08:11 +0000

Lucy Bedroque has become one of the most experimental artists in the underground, and albums like c are a perfect example of this. The artist released the new album on Friday, and it is 15 tracks with noisy production and a mix of metal and rap vocals that will leave your head spinning. Every song takes you on a journey of sorts, and you never really know where the twists and turns are going to end up leading you. Ultimately, it is a dope project, but it may not be for everyone given just how experimental things can get. Whatever the case, the underground is in good hands.

Release Date: September 18, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop, Underground Rap

Tracklist for c

ALL SPEAKERS GO TO HEAVEN
THE 9TH CIRCLE
SPEED DEMON
STONE IN FOCUS
MISS BEHAVIOR
B.Y.O.B.
OROCHIMARU
MARRIED TO MY JEWELER
C SECTION
CO POISON
SAFESPACE
ZYGOTE
SSJ2
ERASE YOUR SOCIAL
PEACE IN PANDEMONIUM

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The World Is Ours – Song by AZ Chike featuring Tyler, the Creator

Alexander Cole — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:49:41 +0000

AZ Chike has officially released his new album No Rest For The Wicked. It includes two Tyler, the Creator features. The first is the previously released “Look Like My Mama.” The second is a newer track called “The World Is Ours.” Overall, the song certainly has some Tyler, the Creator flair to it. From the production to the melodies, a lot of this has Tyler’s fingerprints all over it. However, AZ Chike comes through with some of the best parts of the song as his signature flow complements the bounce of the instrumental perfectly. Tyler does his thing on the track as well, and it makes for another dope collab.

Release Date: September 18, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: No Rest For The Wicked

Quotable Lyrics from The World Is Ours

Uh, one time for the real when they get real (Ayy)
Two times for the bitch ain’t gotta split bills (Ayy)
Three times for myself, I still get chills (Ayy)
Told her, “Drop the addy, I’m off addy, I can’t sit still”

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Drake Officially Releases “FOMO” In Its Entirety: Watch Here

Alexander Cole — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:29:31 +0000

Tuesday was a huge night for the hip-hop world as Drake came through with his new short film, “FOMO.” The film was released via livestream on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Music. However, once the stream ended, it became impossible to go back and watch the one-hour special.

This subsequently led to fans watching the livestream by piecing together clips on social media. Furthermore, there were some shifty screen recorders out there who were able to capture the entire stream on their hard drives.

On Thursday, Drake took back control of his art as he officially released the one-hour “FOMO” film on his YouTube channel. Below, you will find the original stream, which went largely untouched. The one major change is the absence of Ella Langley. During the “Choosin Texas” segment, Langley is no longer present. You can watch the short film below.

Drake Delivers “FOMO”

Throughout this livestream, Drake previewed lots of new music. For instance, we got to hear songs with Don Toliver and Yeat. There were plenty of other interesting tracks that were shown off throughout the film that will keep fans on their toes for the next few months.

The expectation is that a new album is on the horizon, especially with a tour coming in 2027. These new songs lend credence to such a theory, although at this time, Drake has yet to make anything official. For now, fans are simply optimistically speculating on what is to come. After the events of the past week, you really cannot blame them.

Let us know what you think of the “FOMO” short film in the comments section. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world.

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Everything To Know About The Kobe Air Force 1 “Purple Stardust”

Ben Atkinson — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:10:26 +0000

Nike is adding another Kobe tribute to the Air Force 1 Low lineup. The “Black/Purple Stardust” colorway is set to release in October 1st 2026 for $120. The style code is IB0018-007.

The shoe pairs a black snakeskin-textured leather upper with purple accents throughout. Purple hits the interior lining, tongue, and outsole. Kobe’s signature Mamba sheath logo sits on the lateral heel and tongue tag, a detail fans have seen across several Kobe AF1 drops.

The heel tabs carry embroidered “8” and “24” numbering in purple. That detail nods to both numbers Kobe wore across his career. A white midsole rounds out the look, keeping the upper as the main focus and letting the purple pop without overwhelming the design.

This isn’t a standalone drop either. The AF1 releases alongside a matching Kobe AD Protro “Purple Stardust” and an Offcourt Slide in the same colorway. That Kobe AD Protro pair brings back a fan-favorite 2017 look, and we broke down that release in full here. All three are expected through Nike and select retailers.

Given the snakeskin texture and clean purple pop, this AF1 should move fast once it lands, especially among collectors already tracking the Protro release.

Kobe Bryant x Nike Air Force 1 Low “Black/Purple Stardust”

Image via Nike

Nike has leaned heavily into Kobe-themed Air Force 1s in recent seasons. The silhouette has become a steady canvas for honoring his legacy outside the signature Protro line, and this colorway keeps that streak going.

Purple ties directly back to the Lakers, the team Kobe spent his entire career with. It’s a color combo that shows up often across his sneaker tributes for that reason, and it’s exactly why the original Kobe AD “Purple Stardust” became such a fan favorite back in 2017.

October is shaping up to be a loaded month for Nike overall. That’s also the date the Nike Mind 001 brings back three colorways in its latest restock, giving sneakerheads two very different Nike stories to track on the same morning.

At $120, the AF1 sits at an accessible price point for a Kobe release. That should help it move through retail before resale prices take over.

Image via Nike

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Luv Don’t Cost A Thang – Song by K2icyy

Tallie Spencer — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 07:04:00 +0000

K2icyy is turning online momentum into his latest release with “Luv Don’t Cost A Thang.” The Los Angeles rapper teased the record across social media ahead of its arrival, with the snippet pulling in more than 150,000 impressions and hundreds of comments across TikTok and Instagram. The response pushed K2icyy to capitalize on the attention surrounding the song and release the full-length version of the song. “Luv Don’t Cost A Thang” keeps the melodic approach K2icyy has been building on, while introducing a more explicit, grown-up edge to his music. It’s the kind of record that feels especially nostalgic considering the J.Lo sample. The early traction makes “Luv Don’t Cost A Thang” one of K2icyy’s more promising releases as he continues making his mark on L.A.’s music scene.

Genre: Hip-Hop/Rap
Release Date: September 15, 2026
Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics

She get what she want don’t gotta say s**t
Hear it in your voice yo body shakin*
Love, sex, drugs, vibrations
My love don’t cost a (thang)

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CYCLE – Song by FERG

Tallie Spencer — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:53:47 +0000

FERG is switching things up with his new single, “CYCLE,” and it might be one of the most unexpected records of his career. Rather than leaning into the hard-hitting Harlem sound fans typically associate with him, the rapper goes noticeably left field with a bright, playful track that feels closer to ‘90s pop than traditional FERG. “CYCLE” is fun, upbeat, and intentionally a little quirky, with FERG embracing a much lighter sound than listeners are used to hearing from him. The throwback feel gives the record plenty of personality, and hearing FERG experiment this far outside of his usual lane is part of what makes it interesting. It may catch longtime fans off guard at first, but “CYCLE” shows that he’s still willing to take risks more than a decade into his career.

Genre: Hip-Hop/Rap
Release Date: September 18, 2026
Song: CYCLE

Quotable Lyrics

Come meet me at cycle class
Come meet me at cycle class
Where the girls come work their a**
No lie I’m with some of the baddest
Can’t you see I’m having a blast?

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THE GODBODY – Album by Rakim, Kurupt, & Masta Killa

Tallie Spencer — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:33:00 +0000

Three different corners of hip-hop history collide as Rakim, Kurupt, and Masta Killa join forces for THE GODBODY. The collaborative album connects Rakim’s golden-era legacy with Kurupt’s West Coast roots and Masta Killa’s Wu-Tang background. The trio already previewed the project with “DPG-Wu-Tang, Wu-Tang-DPG,” followed by “Rock Ya Body,” which brings Daz Dillinger, Ghostface Killah, and Raekwon into the mix.

The guest list only adds to the cross-generational feel, with Snoop Dogg, KRS-One, Kool G Rap, Kokane, Buckshot, and others appearing throughout the album. It’s rare to see this many veteran voices brought together on one project without it simply being a compilation. THE GODBODY instead feels like an intentional bridge between different regions and eras of rap.

Genre: Hip-Hop/Rap
Release Date: September 18, 2026
Album: THE GODBODY

Tracklist for THE GODBODY

Goin’ Down (feat. Kokane)
DPG-Wu-Tang, Wu-Tang-DPG
Rock Ya Body (feat. Daz Dillinger, Ghostface Killah & Raekwon)
Push The Button
Rabbit (feat. Mac Shawn 100)
God Speak (Interlude)
A Different Kind
Is It Love (feat. Jamall Ray)
Thelonius (feat. Buckshot, Rim & Trigga)
Nights Over Brooklyn
I’m Good (Remix)
Upstate Introspective
Still Ill! (feat. KRS-One & Kool G Rap)
Nine & Chrome Fiend
Rabbit (Remix) (feat. Snoop Dogg)
Hallelujah (Remix) (feat. Mic King)

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Something I Need – Offset

Tallie Spencer — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 06:17:00 +0000

Offset is back with his latest single, “Something I Need,” and he’s getting creative with the rollout. Ahead of the release, the Atlanta rapper launched “NEED FM,” a hotline where fans can call in with their relationship problems and potentially get advice from Offset himself. The concept arrives after a turbulent stretch in his personal life and appears to be setting up a more relationship-focused chapter of his music. The rollout is a smart way to turn the song’s title into something bigger than a standard single release. It also gives Offset an opportunity to show more personality outside of the usual music-video-and-snippet formula. After everything surrounding him over the last few years, a more personal direction could make for an interesting next phase of his solo career.

Genre: Hip-Hop/Rap
Release Date: September 18, 2026
Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics

Ten bad b**ches on a boat
And they all call me the GOAT (Yeah)
Know I got bread like a loaf (Loaf)
Rich n**ga, baby, I ain’t broke (Rich n**ga)
Trench baby, we ain’t have no hope (Trench baby)

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I Quit Rap – Album by Hunxho

Tallie Spencer — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:55:00 +0000

Despite its dramatic title, Hunxho isn’t actually walking away from music. Instead, the Atlanta rapper is back with I Quit Rap, a 20-track album that continues a particularly active stretch of his career. The project follows several 2026 singles, including “Change My Ways,” “Throw It,” and “I Love My Hoe,” all of which helped build toward the release. Hunxho has built much of his following by balancing street records with more vulnerable songs about love, pain, and relationships, and I Quit Rap appears to keep both sides in play. G Herbo and Hotboii are among the guests, while BabyDrill also appears on “Throw It.” Twenty songs is a lot of ground to cover, but for an artist whose appeal comes from letting listeners into his personal life, the longer runtime gives Hunxho plenty of room to do exactly that.

Genre: Hip-Hop/Rap
Release Date: September 18, 2026
Album: I Quit Rap

Tracklist for I Quit Rap

Ugly Speaks / Intro
Save Yo Summer & Yo Money
At War In Love
I Am Who I Am (feat. G Herbo)
Anemia Lover
Still Still
Change My Ways
BP Truck
Yessirrrr (feat. Hotboii)
Love In Magic City
Save Ourselves
Teach You Sum
Learned How To Thug
Throw It (feat. YKNIECE & Fatt Smaxk)
I Love My Hoe
Love & Pain
When I’m Gone
Throw It (with BabyDrill)

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