During a conversation with Akademiks, Ross revealed that Top5 ghosted him after getting paid for Brand Risk. 

“Top5 ghosted me. I’m a little bit hurt,” he admitted. “I sent him a little bit of money upfront. Didn’t get a text back, answer back. He’s not going to send that money back. He’s completely ghost.”

Adin revealed that Top5 didn’t even post the event on his page and hasn’t responded to anyone on his team. Akademiks then pointed out that Top5 isn’t even allowed to enter the United States, which made the idea of booking him to fight at this event a bit baffling.

“I was being told don’t do it. I was like, ‘Bro, Top5, he says Wallahi, on God, he’s my brother, my favorite Jew. He’s not going to do it.’ But yeah, he completely deaded that,” Adin admitted. He also said that this Brand Risk event was initially supposed to be in Toronto while hinting that the next one will be “out of the country.”

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Drake Trolls Adin Ross

During Drake’s livestream last night, he took a slight jab at Adin Ross and told him that he needs to worry about confirming the fights. 

It’s unclear what Adin Ross plans to do with Top5 evidently not being able to compete in the upcoming Brand Risk event. However, he did mention that he didn’t send a lot of money to Top5 to begin with, so he doesn’t appear to be concerned about the minor financial loss. 

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Outside of the big stream, Drake did provide fans with some pretty exciting news, especially as it relates to new music. A few weeks ago, the rapper debuted a few new songs on his FOMO “not-so-short-film,” including two collaborations with Don Toliver that have yet to see an official release. Fortunately, Drake confirmed that those songs will appear on streaming services on Thursday night. It remains unclear what format they will appear in, though. FOMO might appear as a collection of loose singles packaged as an EP or several music videos that get uploaded individually on DSPs. 

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Drake Hits The Jackpot During Latest Stake Stream

The interesting part is that many people assumed that FOMO would actually be a tour announcement. That wasn’t necessarily the case, but Drake confirmed that there would be a world tour in 2027, though he hasn’t confirmed or revealed any dates so far. Akademiks said that he heard the tour would be crazy. And considering that Drake now has three albums worth of new music that fans haven’t heard live, it wouldn’t be surprising if his upcoming tour exceeds the standards he’s set with previous tours. 

Hopefully, we’ll get some more news on that soon. For now, check out his big Stake win above and sound off with your thoughts in the comment section below.

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Release Date: September 29, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics from Walls Closin Inn

I like my steak well-done, they look at us like we bums
Yeah, it’s 5 for the ones lookin’ at what we have done
Free me from my mind, baby, yeah, I know that you the one
Gotta pull another stunt, pullin’ up, I’m on one

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Given all of the sneak-dissing Drake did on ICEMAN and FOMO, listeners are curious if Lamar will clap back. Others simply want to see where his artistic development has taken him. The jump between GNX and Mr. Morale was stark. He went from big concepts to something much more straightforward and catchy. One has to wonder what he will attempt with the next album.

Meanwhile, on stream last night, DJ Akademiks offered up a prediction. He believes the Compton rapper is going to drop at the end of this year, or early next year. Akademiks doesn’t have any insiders feeding him this information. Instead, he is going off a hunch.

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When Is Kendrick Lamar Dropping?

Kendrick Lamar has always played coy about his releases. You don’t hear about them until the day of release, or just a couple of weeks before. That said, don’t expect any big announcements anytime soon.

With GNX, Kendrick Lamar dropped a teaser on YouTube, and then came through with his album just a few minutes later. It was one of the greatest strokes of genius in recent history, especially given his big win following the Drake beef.

Going into October, there aren’t a ton of new albums dropping. Labels are slashing their budgets, and it has created an environment where Lamar could easily come in and take all of the attention for himself.

For fans, a new album would be a best-case scenario. That said, Kendrick has gone five years between albums before, so don’t get ahead of yourself just yet.

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“Shout out to Ben Da Don. Shout out to me, too. What you mean?” he said as he showed off his Cash Money chain. “Birdman, platinum, Cash Money. What? Are you guys crazy? You think you guys could buy our artifacts like how we buy your artifacts? No, it’s in the family, dummy.”

While on the surface it might seem like a simple flex, it does seem to carry some significance given his track record and the recent news. According to Complex, several of Drake’s pieces from the Take Care era have been placed on the auction block since the beginning of the year. Most recently, several of the chains, rings, and bracelets that Drake wore on that album cover have been placed for sale.

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Drake Flexes Rare Artifacts

However, Drake also has a history of purchasing rare hip-hop artifacts that he keeps in his Toronto home, some of which have also played a role in his feuds. He purchased one of Pharrell’s old chains, which he bragged about melting down on “MELTDOWN” as a shot at Pusha T. Then, there’s the Tupac ring that became a centerpiece in his feud with Kendrick Lamar. But with the speculation of a supposed leak where Pusha T allegedly fired shots at Drake over a Pharrell beat, it seems like an interesting time to revisit whatever tension remains between them.

Check out the clip above and sound off with your thoughts in the comments below. 

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On Friday, we will have our first releases of October, and there are some big artists looking to drop. However, it appears as though Drake is kicking things off a day earlier on October 1 with songs from FOMO.

Subsequently, Quavo is dropping QRÖMELIFE with French Montana, and Max B is finally dropping Night To Remember. Ovrkast is dropping STRIKING on the heels of his Outkast controversy. John Legend and Pharrell are dropping Muse on October 23. The same day that Anderson .Paak and Cordae are releasing Heavy Is The Crown.

Below, you can find the tentative list for the month of October. If any other albums are announced, we will be sure to add them.

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October 1

Drake – FOMO tracks

October 2

Quavo – QRÖMELIFE
French Montana & Max B – Night To Remember

October 9

Ovrkast – STRIKING

October 13

KenTheMan – I Love 304s

October 15

Famous Dex – Dexter’s Laboratory 2

October 16

MC Lars – The Edgar Allen Poe EP

October 23

John Legend & Pharrell – Muse
Anderson .Paak & Cordae – Heavy Is The Crown
6ix x KOLO – SONATA

Let us know which of these albums you are most excited about in the comments section down below. Additionally, stay tuned to HNHH for the latest news and updates from around the music world.

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Release Date: September 29, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Album: N/A

Quotable Lyrics from Girls

Nothing serious, just different energies to vibe with
‘Cause I know it’s you I want to turn gray and die with
I can charter us a plane and hit the steward out in Martha
Grab a dress, I’ll grab a suit, let’s head out to the opera

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His co-defendants were eventually convicted on stalking charges and are now going through the appeals process. Durk, on the other hand, is gearing up for his VICAR trial, which was originally set for October 5.

There was some skepticism surrounding this date, especially since that would be next Monday. Moreover, it was subsequently revealed that Durk would have a bond hearing on November 5. A bond hearing after a trial doesn’t make much sense. Therefore, the speculation was that his VICAR trial would be delayed.

Reporter Michael Blackshire all but confirmed that speculation on Monday evening. He said that sources close to Lil Durk expect the trial to be pushed back. There simply isn’t enough time to get things going by Monday.

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Lil Durk VICAR Trial Unlikely For October

These VICAR charges allege that Durk ran a criminal enterprise. These charges are related to Durk’s murder-for-hire case. In fact, the prosecution originally wanted these charges to be included in the first trial. However, the judge felt as though the allegations were presented too late and would not be fair to the defense.

Once again, Lil Durk is facing life in prison if convicted. If he beats the case, then he will be free, as there are no other pending charges against him. While nothing is guaranteed, his legal team must be feeling confident after their previous acquittal.

This remains a developing story, so be sure to stay tuned to HNHH for updates.

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Retros like the Air Jordan 1 High OG “Royal” and Air Jordan 5 “Halloween” share the schedule with collabs from J Balvin and SoleFly. The “Black Pack” also kicks off, while Jayson Tatum’s new signature shoe makes its debut.

Here’s every Air Jordan dropping this month.

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Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Howard”

The Air Jordan 1 Low OG “Howard” is releasing on October 1st, 2026, retailing at $155, and has the style code of IX8478-410. Navy covers most of the upper, giving the shoe a clean and classic look.

A red Swoosh with white stitching adds a pop of color along the side. Howard Bison branding and the Wings logo sit on the heel. The pair honors Howard University, the first HBCU to have Jordan Brand as its official athletic outfitter. It should be an easy pick for Bison fans and Jordan 1 Low collectors alike.

Air Jordan 6 Low GS “Black/Pink Foam”

The Air Jordan 6 Low GS “Black/Pink Foam” is releasing on October 2nd, 2026, retailing at $150, and has the style code of 768878-001.

Black covers most of the leather upper, tongue, and laces. Soft pink shows up along the lower part of the sole for some contrast. Bright pink hits land on the Jumpman logos, lace lock, and heel pull tab.

The biggest twist is the elephant print wrapping around the heel. That detail usually shows up on the Air Jordan 3, so it feels fresh on a 6 Low. Preschool pairs cost $85, and toddler pairs cost $60.

J Balvin x Air Jordan 4 “Amazonas”

The J Balvin x Air Jordan 4 “Amazonas” is releasing on October 2nd, 2026, retailing at $225, and has the style code of IW2872-700. J Balvin dropped first access through his own site earlier on September 28th.

Yellow croc-textured leather covers the upper, and the rest of the shoe matches in the same shade. The design draws from the yellow crocodiles found throughout the Amazon region. Lace tags read “Just Do It” on one shoe and “Solo Hazlo” on the other. It follows his earlier work on the Air Jordan 1, 2, and 3.

Air Jordan 3 “Fireside”

The Air Jordan 3 “Fireside” is releasing on October 3rd, 2026, retailing at $205, and has the style code of CK9246-200. This pair is exclusive to women’s sizing.

Brown covers nearly the entire shoe, from the leather upper to the midsole. Suede wraps the tongue and collar for some added texture. Elephant print still shows up on the toe and heel. Jumpman logos replace the usual Nike Air branding on the heel. An extra set of pale pink laces comes in the box.

Air Jordan 14 Low “Black Ostrich”

The Air Jordan 14 Low “Black Ostrich” is releasing on October 3rd, 2026, retailing at $240, and has the style code of IZ3884-001. This pair is part of Jordan Brand’s Black Pack.

It keeps a mostly black look but leans on texture to stand out. Ostrich-style detailing runs along the side panels for a bold, premium feel.

The Air Jordan 14 draws its design from Ferrari, and the shield badge still nods to that. It arrives on the same day as the Air Jordan 16 from the pack. The Air Jordan 15 and 17 Low follow on November 7th.

Air Jordan 16 “Black Pack”

The Air Jordan 16 “Black Pack” is releasing on October 3rd, 2026, retailing at $245, and has the style code of IZ2586-001. The 16 mixes wrinkled elephant-style leather with glossy patent leather around the toe.

That contrast gives the all-black build some real depth. It’s one of four silhouettes in the Black Pack, alongside the 14 Low, 15, and 17 Low. Each pair sticks to black but uses different materials to stand out.

Worth noting that at $245, it carries the highest price in the pack.

Air Jordan 1 High OG “Royal”

The Air Jordan 1 High OG “Royal” is releasing on October 10th, 2026, retailing at $185, and has the style code of IQ5495-005. This is the first return of the classic black and blue colorway in nearly a decade.

Black leather makes up the base, with royal blue on the toe box, Swoosh, ankle, and heel. The blue leather has a bit more texture than the 2017 pair. White midsoles and blue outsoles keep the look familiar.

This version uses the regular High OG build instead of the ’85 shape. Special packaging inspired by an early Michael Jordan Nike photoshoot rounds out the release.

Jordan Tatum 5 “Sunrise”

The Jordan Tatum 5 “Sunrise” is releasing on October 15th, 2026, retailing at $125, and has the style code of IO1746-401. Jayson Tatum’s fifth signature shoe kicks off with a purple and pink colorway.

The design pays homage to the Boston skyline at dawn. A strap makes its debut on a Tatum shoe, adding extra lockdown. His number 0 on the heel is shaped like the Arch from his hometown of St. Louis. The traction on the outsole is built for grip on the court. A darker “Sunset” colorway is expected to follow later.

Air Jordan 12 “Fireside”

The Air Jordan 12 “Fireside” is releasing on October 17th, 2026, retailing at $215, and has the style code of CT8013-105. A warm cream and brown palette makes this an easy fit for the colder months.

The upper stays light, while a brown mudguard wraps the lower half of the shoe. Metallic brown eyelets add a little shine near the collar.

The pair first leaked under the name “Eggnog” before the “Fireside” title stuck. Fans may notice a resemblance to SoleFly’s “Cafecito” Air Jordan 12 from 2024. The release includes full family sizing.

Air Jordan 5 “Halloween”

The Air Jordan 5 “Halloween” is releasing on October 17th, 2026, retailing at $215, and has the style code of HQ7978-001. Black suede covers most of the upper, keeping the look dark and clean.

Glow-in-the-dark green hits the Jumpman logos, the embroidered 23, and the Nike Air branding on the heel. Red breaks up the black midsole across the shark teeth. Black speckles finish off the midsole for a spooky touch. Family sizing is available, so the whole crew can match.

Air Jordan 41 “University Red”

The Air Jordan 41 “University Red” is releasing on October 25th, 2026, retailing at $205, and has the style code of HV6474-601. This is one of the first colorways of Michael Jordan’s 41st signature shoe.

Red covers most of the woven upper, with a brighter red layered throughout. The design is inspired by gemstones, and this pair leans on the ruby. Cushioning comes from Cushlon 3.0 foam, ZoomX in the forefoot, and Zoom Air in the heel.

A carbon fiber plate shows through the midsole. It’s a clear step forward for Jordan Brand’s numbered performance line.

Air Jordan 14 “Forest Green”

The Air Jordan 14 “Forest Green” is releasing on October 31st, 2026, retailing at $215, and has the style code of 487471-300. This colorway first released in 2005 and has built a cult following since.

White leather covers the upper, with green accents on the midsole teeth, heel branding, and shield badge. Black details and a carbon fiber shank plate round out the build. It was never considered a grail, which is part of its charm.

Forest green is also a more low-key option than louder colorways like “Candy Cane.” Adult and grade school sizes are expected.

SoleFly x Air Jordan 5

The SoleFly x Air Jordan 5 is releasing some time in October 2026, retailing at $225, and has the style code of IU0734-001. The Miami boutique takes a darker approach than its usual more vibrant collaborations.

Dark grey suede covers the upper, with black on the midsole. Teal accents show up on the tongue Jumpman, SoleFly logo, and midsole.

The pre-yellowed outsole gives the shoe a slightly aged look. Laces wrap around the ankle before returning to the front, adding a boxing-inspired feel. It continues SoleFly’s yearly run with Jordan Brand.

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This was all happening around the same time Wayne hopped on tour and was receiving flak for not showing up to a concert in Maine. Since that time, the tour has gone on without issues, with Wayne making a make-up stop in Bangor.

Recently, Wayne hopped on camera to wish B.G. a happy engagement to Brooke Jones. Surprisingly, Madi Cannon made a cameo in the video, as she was right behind Wayne the whole time. As Wayne excitedly congratulated his friend, he revealed that he and Cannon are officially engaged.

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Lil Wayne & Madi Cannon Back Together

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It is unclear if they were always engaged as previously reported, or if they decided to get engaged after reconciling following their breakup. While the timeline remains unclear, there is no denying that this is great news for Wayne and Cannon.

When Wayne made his breakup statement a few months ago, it was clear that he was hurt by the situation. He felt as though the breakup was necessary to protect Cannon. Now, it seems as though love has triumphed over all.

All of this comes amid rumblings that Wayne could be putting together Tha Carter VII. Tha Carter VI was not what fans were hoping for, although this upcoming project could be the comeback album Wayne fans have been asking for.

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