The pair was shown at the Jordan Brand Space Jam event in Los Angeles. It never reached stores, but it is one of the wildest ideas from the 30th anniversary collection.

Instead of the usual black patent leather, this pair uses a color-shifting green finish. The color changes depending on the angle, which gives it an out-of-this-world look.

The rest of the shoe has a premium leather upper. Glow-in-the-dark laces and a glow-in-the-dark outsole add to the space theme. Overall, it is a bold take on a classic. The Air Jordan 11 is usually elegant and dressy. This version feels futuristic and a bit playful.

So why did it not release? Reports say the materials were too expensive. That kept the Galaxy as a sample, even though the design made it far into development.

Note that the pair will not release to the public. Fans who wanted the Galaxy will have to settle for photos.

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Air Jordan 11 “Space Jam Galaxy” Sample

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The Galaxy was once expected to be part of the holiday lineup. Early mockups from zSneakerHeadz had many fans excited. We covered that earlier Space Jam Galaxy report when it first appeared, and it pointed to a December release.

That plan changed over the summer. In July, the Galaxy was replaced by the all-green “Green Screen” 11, which uses suede and glow-in-the-dark soles.

The anniversary collection still has plenty to look forward to. The “Magic Ball” arrives November 11th, the “Green Screen” follows in mid November, and the original “Space Jam” returns December 12th.

Samples like the Galaxy remind us how many ideas never leave the design room. This one is a rare peek at what could have been. Overall, samples like this are what make sneakers so special, and even more so if you can get your hands on a par.

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This is the shoe that was first rumored as the “Eggnog.” Jordan Brand changed the name, but the cream and brown colors are still the star.

Overall, the design is simple and warm. Cream pebbled leather covers most of the upper. Dark brown suede wraps the mudguard and lower panels, which gives the shoe a clear two-tone look.

Smaller details add some polish. Bronze-brown metallic eyelets line the laces, and a white pull tab sits at the top of the heel. The midfoot plate uses a contrasting color.

The heel carries a brown “23” with a reddish outline. Underneath, the outsole is brown with a cream traction pattern. It is a very cohesive palette.

Sizing is full family, so adults, kids, and toddlers can all get a pair. Look for it on SNKRS and at select Jordan Brand retailers. The style code is CT8013-105. Of course, many fans will think of the 2024 SoleFly Air Jordan 12. It also mixed cream and brown. However, this pair uses a lighter upper and places the dark brown in different spots.

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Air Jordan 12 “Fireside”

The “Fireside” is one of two pairs with that name this fall. The women’s Air Jordan 3 “Fireside” is set to arrive on October 30th. Together, they give Jordan Brand fans a cozy pair of options.

We covered an earlier Air Jordan 12 “Fireside” detailed look in September. Back then, the date was October 17th. The new date is one week later.

The Air Jordan 12 has a long history with rich colors. Tinker Hatfield designed it in 1997, and it became known for its stitched lines and Zoom Air cushioning. The brown and cream look works well with fall clothes.

At $215, the price matches the usual tag for the Air Jordan 12. A general release in full family sizing should also help more people land a pair.

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This is a women’s exclusive, and the style code is CK9246-200. Look for pairs through SNKRS and select Jordan Brand retailers.

Overall, the shoe leans into a cozy fall look. Brown covers nearly the whole upper, and tumbled leather makes up the bigger panels. Suede sits on the tongue, collar, and lacing area.

The elephant print stays on the toe and heel, but it blends in with the brown instead of standing out. Cream accents show up on the Jumpman logos and the heel branding. A dark brown midsole and a gum outsole finish the look.

Then there are the laces. The pair comes with cream laces, and an extra pair of pale pink laces is included in the box. That small touch gives the shoe a lot more personality.

Of course, fans will notice the Travis Scott comparison right away. The earthy colors and pink accents remind many people of his collabs, including Travis Scott’s “Pink Pack” Jordan 1 Lows. Brown and pink is a surprisingly good mix.

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Air Jordan 3 “Fireside”

The “Fireside” is the second women’s exclusive Air Jordan 3 of 2026. The first was the “Citrus,” which arrived in April.

Jordan Brand has given the Air Jordan 3 a busy year. More than a dozen colorways are planned, including holiday pairs later this fall. Also, the Jordan 12 is dropping in the same colorway.

A women’s exclusive does limit who can buy this shoe. Still, women’s sizing often fits a wide range of buyers, including men with smaller feet. Many fans will be watching the release closely.

The October 30th date is also smart. It lands right before Halloween and well into sweater season. A brown pair with cream and pink details fits that mood perfectly. Finally Jordan Brand has not made a formal announcement yet, so the date could still change.

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It was on display at the Air Jordan Space Jam space, where Jordan Brand revealed its full 30th anniversary collection. This pair never made the final cut.

Overall, the sample looks very different from the retail version. The final “Green Screen” 11 goes all in on green suede and nubuck. The kids’ sample takes a more traditional route.

It has a patent leather mudguard and an icy, see-through outsole. Those are the details most fans picture when they think of an Air Jordan 11.

However, the sample made it far enough to be produced. That means Jordan Brand tested the idea in a real pair before changing course.

Of course, this is not the only concept that did not make it. There was also the early “Galaxy” version was also set to drop, but it was officially cancelled. Neither of these pairs will release to the public. The retail “Green Screen” 11 is still on track for November, with an all-green look and a glow-in-the-dark outsole.

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Air Jordan 11 GS “Green Screen” Sample

Samples like this give fans a look at Jordan Brand’s creative process. Many ideas are tested for each collection, and only a few reach stores.

The “Green Screen” idea comes from behind-the-scenes footage of Michael Jordan filming in front of a green backdrop. It is a clever way to celebrate how the movie was made.

Kids are not left out of the anniversary. The collection includes an Air Jordan 1 Low made for younger fans. The original “Space Jam” 11 also returns in full family sizing on December 12th.

As for the GS “Green Screen,” it remains a what-if. Fans who want a green Air Jordan 11 will have to look at the adult pair. Overall it is always interesting to see what almost happened. We will keep watching for more Space Jam release information.

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The release date is October 13th, and the price is MX$3,800. That is roughly $200. For now, it is only confirmed for Mexico.

Overall, the design is earthy and detailed. Brown suede covers the shoe, and shaggy suede sits around the heel and eyestays. Black leather and textured overlays add contrast.

Teal works as the accent color. It appears on the trim, the midsole, and a small Swoosh near the toe. The main Swoosh on the side is woven instead of leather.

The story behind the shoe is just as interesting. A Xoloitzcuintli, a Mexican dog breed, appears on the back of the tongue. In Mexican tradition, the dog guides souls on their journey.

Each pair is numbered on a tag inside the tongue. Reports say about 5,000 pairs exist, so this is a very limited run. The box also gets special treatment, with a concrete-style print and a large Wings logo.

It is a nice detail for a time that is all about remembering loved ones. Fans outside Mexico may need to hunt for pairs on the resale market.

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Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Día de Muertos”

This is not the first time Jordan Brand has honored Mexican culture. Last year, the brand released the Air Jordan 4 “Somos Eternos” for Día de Muertos.

Jordan Brand has also done Mexico-focused pairs for Independence Day. Those include the Air Jordan 5 “El Grito” and the Air Jordan 3 “El Vuelo.”

A bigger “Somos Historias” collection is also on the way, with an Air Jordan 1 Mid and apparel. The Mid should be easier to find than the Low.

The Air Jordan 1 Low is a smart canvas for this kind of story. The low cut leaves plenty of room for stitching, color, and small details. It is also easy to wear.

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Speaking at ComplexCon, Bennett (who is also from Illinois) spoke on the documentary potentially coming out in 2027. The director and others have spoken in the past about its focus on Keef’s rise, hiatus, return to Chicago, and the multiple threads of influence running to and from Chief, Chicago, and hip-hop as a whole.

“The Chief Keef documentary is something that I think is super important to the both of us,” Cole Bennett remarked. “And it’s an important story that you have to tell right. We’ve just been taking our time to make sure that we can craft it the way it needs to be told. It’s one of those stories where it’s already written. You just got to take the time to tell it in the right way… I would like to say… I would like to say it would come out in 2027.”

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Chief Keef Documentary

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This documentary first came to light in 2024. Furthermore, it follows Apple Music’s previous 2017 announcement about a documentary in development called The Story Of Sosa. Sadly, that idea got scrapped. Fortunately, Cole Bennett is reviving the chance of seeing the 31-year-old’s story in a feature or series format.

Furthermore, Bennett’s specific Keef doc involved a partnership with Kenya Barris’ Khalabo Ink Society. In 2024, the director told Complex about their initial ideas. “So we’ve been bouncing some ideas on how we structure what this story looks like, but we’re documenting it in its entirety and building out a story that is viewable and digestible for the world. I think this is such an inspiring story,” he reportedly remarked.

Chief Keef is still dropping bangers and also recently enjoyed a series of live shows. He has a few more dates in October if you’re interested in copping tickets.

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Per Complex, the canceled shows are October 17 in Baltimore, October 24 in Cincinnati, October 29 in South Carolina, and October 31 in Indianapolis. This last show’s venue, the Lucas Oil Stadium, had held a social media contest for two free tickets, and they had to send ticket-holders the promoter’s explanation for this cancelation and presumably the other ones too.

“Following an extensive run of sold-out stadium shows on one of the year’s biggest tours, the event promoter has made the difficult decision to cancel select upcoming dates on the R&B Tour to prioritize the health and well-being of the touring party and crew,” the promoter’s statement reportedly read. “The demands of a tour of this length and scale are significant, and these adjustments will allow the tour to continue safely and sustainably through the remaining scheduled performances.”

Chris Brown and Usher’s highly successful concert run continues despite this setback. Most recently in Houston, Breezy brought out Don Toliver as a special guest, as caught by Our Generation Music. The Cactus Jack star performed his new Drake collab “Solar Eclipse.”

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Chris Brown & Usher’s Tour

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Brown and Usher still have a lot of shows left despite these cancelations. They have a stacked schedule all the way through December 12, so these cancelations should make the rest of the tour be the best it can be.

Meanwhile, Chris Brown’s London affray case over a nightclub attack in 2023 will also get more flexibility due to these cancelations. Instead of scrambling to make it to the United Kingdom and back in time, Brown will have more time to properly prepare for and attend his October 25 hearing.

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That’s what the East Oakland rapper and producer told HOT 97 during a recently published interview for his excellent new album STRIKING. At one point, the Mornings With Mero crew talked about his recent Drizzy placement, ICEMAN‘s “Make Them Pay.” Furthermore, this led to a conversation about the parasocial and combative dynamics of a post-battle hip-hop ecosystem. It begins at around the 20:30-minute mark of the YouTube video below.

“People are under spells,” Ovrkast. remarked. “Extremely parasocial. It’s bad… Everything is split in two now… People be like, ‘How do you feel?’ N***a, I don’t know none of these n***as. For real. I’m deada** the producer, gang… N***as don’t like Kendrick no more or don’t like Drake no more. You stopped completely? What happened? […] Both [fanbases] was very vitriolic in that whole thing. Y’all n***as need to be employed. All of y’all need jobs right now. Having an opinion is fine. But when you start to make it some other s**t… It becomes the moral high ground thing… If we get down to morals in the music industry…”

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Ovrkast. On Drake & Kendrick Lamar

For the most part, the Drake and Kendrick Lamar saga is over, as much as we continue to write about it and fans continue to argue about it. At the end of the day, it’s an extension of two fanbases and artists that never seemed to like each other to begin with. But Ovrkast.’s point is more about how folks who would’ve enjoyed both artists are being pushed to hate on the other so passionately.

Sadly, Ovrkast. has bigger issues to handle than what his take on a rap battle is. Furthermore, his dismissal of the conversation should come as no surprise. While some fans continue to debate, he’s all about the music and his growth, and thinks these parasocial dynamics muddy the waters. Interestingly, at an earlier point of this HOT 97 appearance, the 28-year-old said he “got a pass” during the beef stuff because he just made really good material with the OVO mogul. It goes to show quality should always overshadow narrative.

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The Los Angeles Police Department’s Gang and Narcotics Division reportedly arrested 35-year-old suspect Gregory Walker in L.A. on Friday morning (October 9). Walker, according to reported jail records, faces charges of felony assault using a deadly weapon and a semiautomatic rifle. He does not have bail, and law enforcement reportedly continues to investigate the situation. We will see if they announce his arraignment date soon.

For those unaware, the shooting occurred on the morning of February 9 at a Super Bowl afterparty the NFL defensive lineman was hosting. It was specifically at Dahlia’s Lounge in San Francisco’s Mission District. The “Coast 2 Coast” rapper and his colleagues allegedly attempted to get in, and tensions rose. A witness reportedly told police they heard two gunshots while they sought management to intervene, and found White bleeding from his ankle.

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When Is Lil Baby’s Album Dropping?

The 49er went to the hospital and received surgery, and he is now fully recovered from the incident. As for Lil Baby, he and his camp did not respond to allegations of a fight, and they have no connection to the ongoing case as authorities have presented it so far.

Elsewhere, Lil Baby is prepping for a new album coming soon, although we still don’t have many details on its tracklist or anything like that. Still, he reportedly teased a November 6 release date on social media, meaning it won’t be long before fans get to hear Wham again.

This follows not just the aforementioned “Coast 2 Coast” single, but also “Dead Fresh” with Pharrell behind the boards. Fans haven’t been as in love with Baby’s material in recent years, so maybe this will be the bounce-back they want. In any case, folks who were keeping tabs on the Keion White situation can rest easy after this arrest.

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Jordan Brand has not confirmed anything yet, so treat this as a rumor for now. The style code is JF7746-001.

Overall, the design is easy to like. A silver upper covers most of the shoe, and pink works as the accent color. Pink shows up on the lace lock, the Jumpman logos, and the lining. It also appears on the shark teeth along the midsole.

One change is the shape. The 2027 version will reportedly use Jordan Brand’s newer Air Jordan 5 mold. That should give it more modern proportions than the 2006 pair.

Sizing is the big question. The original was a women’s exclusive, and it’s likely the return will stay women’s only. We’ll have to wait for more official information before we see what sizes this will drop.

It should be a general release. Nike, Foot Locker, Finish Line, Shiekh, and Hibbett are all expected to carry it. Fans of the original are likely thrilled, since this pair has not returned in more than 20 years.

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Air Jordan 5 “Shy Pink”

The original “Shy Pink” arrived on October 21st, 2006. It was one of the early women’s Air Jordan releases, and it sold for $135.

The silver base keeps the shoe low-key, while the pink adds just enough personality. It is the kind of pair that works with almost any outfit.

At $215, the new version costs $80 more than the original. That is about what fans expect for a general release Air Jordan today. Women’s colorways from the 2000s are having a comeback. Collectors have wanted this one back for years. A pair like this also gives the Air Jordan 5 a softer, easy-to-wear option for fall.

Fall 2027 is a long way off, so details could change. Overall, stay tuned for more details on this pair.

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