HotNewHipHop https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/ The Latest Hip Hop News, Songs, Rap Albums & Music, Gossip & Entertainment News, Sneaker Releases, Sports News, TV & Movies, Interviews, Culture & more Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:03:49 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 An Rare Unreleased Air Jordan 6 Sample Just Surfaced https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000048-air-jordan-6-olive-canvas-sample-sneaker-news Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:27:00 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000048 An unreleased Air Jordan 6 sample, originally planned for 2018, has resurfaced online years later in "Olive Canvas."

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A sample of the Air Jordan 6 in an olive colorway has surfaced online. The pair was reportedly meant for a holiday 2018 release that never happened. Suede covers most of the upper in a deep olive green tone. A gum-toned outsole adds contrast against the darker upper.

Black detailing appears around the eyelets and heel area for added depth. The midsole carries that same gum tone seen on the outsole below it. A small Jordan Air tag sits stitched into the heel area. Sample tags are also visible inside the shoe in close-up shots.

This pair never made it past the sample stage. Sneakers like this sometimes leak years later through resellers or private collectors. Without an official release, samples like this stay rare and hard to verify. They also tend to draw attention once images start circulating online.

The Air Jordan 6 has seen plenty of color variations since its original 1991 release. Suede builds in particular have become more common across recent retros. This olive version fits that pattern, even though it stayed shelved for years. It remains unclear why this colorway was held back from release.

There’s no indication this pair will see a retail release anytime soon. For now, it exists only as a sample that surfaced well after its original timeline.

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Air Jordan 6 “Olive Canvas” Sample

Sample sneakers usually come from a brand’s design and sales process before retail. Teams use them to test materials, get feedback, or pitch ideas internally. Most samples never make it to a public release for various reasons. Sometimes a colorway gets cut, delayed, or replaced by something else.

This olive Jordan 6 appears to be one of those shelved ideas. The deep green suede stands out against the gum outsole and midsole. That combination wasn’t common in the Jordan 6 lineup around 2018. Black accents around the eyelets help tie the upper and sole together.

Samples like this often surface through private collectors or auction listings. Once photos circulate, sneaker fans tend to debate why a pair never released. Without official confirmation from Jordan Brand, much of the story stays incomplete.

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The Air Jordan 3 “White Cement” Is Returning To Its Original Form https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000044-air-jordan-3-white-cement-sneaker-news-4 Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:51:26 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000044 The Air Jordan 3 "White Cement" returns in summer 2027 and it's reportedly bringing Nike Air branding back on the heel.

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The Air Jordan 3 “White Cement” is set to return in summer 2027 per zSneakerHeadz. Reports suggest this version will stay true to the original 1988 build. That means Nike Air branding on the heel instead of the Jumpman logo.

The shoe features a white leather upper with grey elephant print at the toe and heel. Black and fire red accents appear on the eyelets, tongue, and midsole. That combination has stayed consistent since the colorway’s original release. Jordan Brand has revisited the shoe several times, with mixed results on accuracy.

The 2018 retro was widely seen as a faithful version of the original. In 2023, Jordan Brand released a “Reimagined” take with aged detailing instead. That version split opinion among collectors who preferred a cleaner look. For 2027, reports point toward a more direct return to the OG build.

Michael Jordan wore this colorway during the 1988 Slam Dunk Contest. He scored a perfect 50 with his free throw line dunk that night. The shoe also helped convince him to stay with Nike early in his career. That history is part of why this colorway keeps getting revisited.

No exact release date or price has been confirmed yet. Jordan Brand has only narrowed things down to summer 2027 so far.

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Air Jordan 3 “White Cement”

The Air Jordan 3 first released in 1988, designed by Tinker Hatfield. It introduced visible Air cushioning to the Jordan line for the first time. The shoe also debuted elephant print overlays and the Jumpman logo. Those details helped shape the entire Jordan Brand identity going forward.

“White Cement” was one of four original colorways from that release. Its first retro came in 1994, followed by another version in 2003. That 2003 version swapped Nike Air for the Jumpman logo on the heel. Later retros in 2011 and 2013 also drifted from the original shape and branding.

The 2018 release corrected much of that, returning closer to the OG spec. Then the 2023 “Reimagined” version took a different approach entirely. It leaned into a yellowed midsole and vintage-style cracking for an aged look. The 2027 version appears to skip that aging effect completely.

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Bow Wow’s Tiny Desk Debut Will Kick Off The BET Awards https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000039-bow-wow-tiny-desk-bet-awards Sat, 27 Jun 2026 02:05:00 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000039 NPR Music's Tiny Desk is heading to television for the first time with Bow Wow's performance ahead of the 2026 BET Awards this Sunday.

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There was a stretch when Bow Wow was everywhere. Between hit records, sold-out tours, hosting 106 & Park, and roles on the big screen, he spent much of the 2000s growing up alongside an entire generation of Hip Hop fans. More than 25 years after introducing himself as Lil Bow Wow, he’s preparing to add another milestone to a career that has consistently evolved with the culture.

NPR Music announced that Bow Wow will close its Black Music Month performance series, which this year celebrates BET’s lasting impact on Black music and culture. The concert will air Sunday at 7:30 p.m. ET on BET, making it the first Tiny Desk Concert to premiere on television. The special broadcast will also serve as the lead-in to the 2026 BET Awards, bringing together two institutions that have helped spotlight Black artists for decades.

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Fans Can’t Wait To Run Back Their Favorite Bow Wow Hits

Bow Wow has no shortage of material to choose from. Since releasing Beware of Dog in 2000, he has earned multiple Platinum albums while delivering hits including “Bounce With Me,” “Bow Wow (That’s My Name),” “Take Ya Home,” “Let Me Hold You,” “Like You,” “Shortie Like Mine,” and “Outta My System.”

Whether he leans into the records that introduced him to the world or revisits later fan favorites, the performance offers a chance to celebrate one of Hip Hop’s longest-running careers just before music’s biggest night on BET.

Read More: Bow Wow Songs: His Best Hits

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Fans Believe GloRilla Took Aim At Megan Thee Stallion On “MANE” https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000034-glorilla-megan-thee-stallion-mane-diss-allegations Sat, 27 Jun 2026 01:35:00 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000034 Online speculation is heating up after listeners pointed to several lyrics on GloRilla & Pooh Shiesty's "MANE" that they believe reference Megan.

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Not long ago, GloRilla and Megan Thee Stallion looked like one of Hip Hop’s strongest femcee pairings. The two rappers joined forces on “Wanna Be” in 2024, then reunited with Cardi B for the remix, and spent much of that year publicly supporting one another. At the time, there was little reason for fans to believe anything had changed between them, making the recent speculation all the more surprising.

Questions about their relationship began to surface in 2025 after GloRilla briefly shared a Tory Lanez song on social media, prompting backlash from fans given Lanez’s history with Megan. GloRilla quickly removed the post and explained that the repost was accidental, insisting there was no hidden message behind it. Although online rumors continued to circulate in the months that followed, neither rapper has publicly confirmed they are feuding, leaving fans to dissect social media activity and song lyrics for clues.

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Fans Speculate Over GloRilla’s “MANE” Lyrics

Earlier today (June 26), GloRilla and Pooh Shiesty dropped their “MANE” collaboration, and fans quickly took notice of lyrics they believe were targeted at Megan. Glo has not addressed the controversy, and it should be noted that Megan’s name wasn’t mentioned on the track. Still, the internet spread the rumor like wildfire, thrusting the two rappers back in the spotlight regarding potential behind-the-scenes tension.

On the track, GloRilla raps:

B*tch comin’ for me, who gassed her?
I’ll put a b*tch right on my platter
Ho tried to lil’ sis me, I passed her
Thought I was, mane ho, think faster
Victim-playin’-ass-ho, stop cappin’
Ho went straight to hater from clappin’

These bars could simply be for entertainment purposes or directed to someone else. Yet it seems that whenever a woman in Rap has beef, Megan’s name is at the top of the list without fail. Check out the track above.

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Pooh Shiesty Accused Of Inappropriate Relationship With House Arrest Supervisor https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000031-pooh-shiesty-inappropriate-house-arrest-supervisor Sat, 27 Jun 2026 01:04:00 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000031 Federal prosecutors claim Pooh Shiesty received unauthorized privileges while on house arrest, adding another layer to his pending criminal case involving Gucci Mane.

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Home confinement is designed to keep defendants like Pooh Shiesty under strict supervision while their criminal cases move through the court system. Federal prosecutors now claim that the system broke down in Pooh Shiesty’s case, alleging a Volunteers of America employee improperly granted the Memphis rapper additional freedom while he awaited trial on separate federal charges.

According to newly filed court documents obtained by XXL, prosecutors allege the employee maintained an inappropriate personal relationship with Pooh Shiesty and used her position to enter unauthorized day passes into the monitoring system. Investigators claim those passes allowed the rapper to travel beyond the limits of his court-approved schedule, including on the day authorities say Gucci Mane was robbed and kidnapped at a Dallas recording studio. Prosecutors also allege the employee remained in frequent contact with Pooh throughout that day and has since been fired by Volunteers of America.

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Pooh Shiesty’s legal team has pushed back against those allegations. Attorney Kent Schaffer denied there was anything improper about his client’s relationship with any home confinement supervisor. He stated, “We do not believe that there was anything inappropriate about our client’s relationship with any of the house arrest supervisors. That is not what he is on trial for and is simply a distraction.” Shiesty’s trial is set to begin in February 2027.

Prosecutors have also cited several alleged violations of Pooh Shiesty’s release conditions, including missed drug testing appointments, missed check-ins, and a urine sample that was refused because it was cold. The Memphis rapper remains in custody as he continues to seek bond.

Read More: Feds Unveil Surveillance Photos Of Pooh Shiesty Allegedly Robbing Gucci Mane

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Dwyane Wade’s Son Zaire Arrested On Suspicion Of Domestic Violence https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000025-zaire-wade-domestic-violence-arrest Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:03:00 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000025 Zaire Wade's latest legal troubles stem from an early morning incident in Burbank that ended with his arrest and a pending review by prosecutors.

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Growing up as the son of an NBA legend meant Zaire Wade spent much of his life in the public eye long before establishing his own career. The former Sierra Canyon standout followed his father, Dwyane Wade, into basketball, later spending time in the NBA G League while also building a presence through reality television and social media. Now, the 24-year-old is making headlines for reasons far removed from the court.

According to NBC Los Angeles, Wade was arrested early Sunday morning in Burbank on suspicion of felony domestic violence following an incident at a private residence. Law enforcement sources told the outlet that officers responded after a 911 caller reported hearing a woman screaming.

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Incident Detailed In Reports

When police arrived, they encountered Wade and a woman who allegedly had visible lacerations on her body and face. Following their investigation, officers arrested Wade on suspicion of felony domestic violence, criminal threats, and false imprisonment. Authorities also recovered a handgun from the residence and issued an emergency protective order.

Paramedics evaluated the woman at the scene, though she was not transported to a hospital. Wade later reportedly posted a $50,000 bond and was released from custody. The case is expected to be reviewed by the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office, which will determine whether to file formal charges. Neither Wade nor members of his family had publicly commented on the arrest at the time of publication.

Read More: Zaire Wade Supports Sibling Zaya With Heartfelt Message On IG

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Tom Hardy Plans Rap Album With CZARFACE, Features Busta Rhymes, Method Man https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000022-tom-hardy-frankie-pulitzer-czarface-rap-album Fri, 26 Jun 2026 23:33:00 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000022 Tom Hardy & Hip Hop trio CZARFACE, which includes Wu-Tang's Inspectah Deck, recently released their single, "Brother's Grimm."

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Movie fans know Tom Hardy for disappearing into unforgettable roles, whether he’s playing Bane in The Dark Knight Rises or Eddie Brock in the Venom franchise. Music, however, has remained a much quieter part of his career. Prior to announcing a collaborative album with CZARFACE, Hardy had been recording under the alias Frankie Pulitzer, occasionally surfacing on underground Hip Hop releases while keeping that creative outlet largely separate from his Hollywood success.

That chapter is about to become much bigger, according to Billboard. Hardy and the acclaimed Hip Hop trio CZARFACE, made up of 7L, Esoteric, and Wu-Tang Clan’s Inspectah Deck, have officially announced Czarface Meets Frankie Pulitzer, a collaborative album scheduled for release on Aug. 28. To accompany the announcement, the group also unveiled the project’s lead single, “Brothers Grimm,” featuring Hardy trading bars alongside Deck and Esoteric rather than treating the collaboration like a celebrity novelty.

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Hardy’s Heavy-Hitting Hip Hop Features

The collaboration also brings together artists from different corners of Hip Hop. Along with Inspectah Deck and Esoteric, Czarface Meets Frankie Pulitzer will feature guest appearances from Busta Rhymes, Method Man, and El-P, adding even more lyrical firepower to the project.

While Hardy’s film career has made him a household name, the album gives Frankie Pulitzer his most prominent platform yet, offering longtime listeners and curious newcomers a chance to hear a side of the actor that has largely existed outside the Hollywood spotlight.

Check out “Brother’s Grimm” below.

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Swizz Beatz & Music Publishers Sue Bar For Playing Unlicensed Songs https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000015-swizz-beatz-unlicensed-songs-north-carolina-bar Fri, 26 Jun 2026 23:03:00 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000015 For years, ASCAP claims they've attempted to tell a North Carolina bar to stop playing copyrighted music without a license.

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Playing music in a bar or restaurant seems simple enough, but that’s exactly what the focus of Swizz Beatz‘s lawsuit is. Behind the scenes, every song carries legal obligations that can become expensive when they’re ignored. That’s the center of a new federal lawsuit filed against Boatyard Lake Norman, where several music publishers, along with Swizz Beatz, allege the North Carolina venue repeatedly played copyrighted music without obtaining the required public performance license.

According to the complaint, as reported by WCNC News, ASCAP spent years attempting to bring the business into compliance through phone calls, emails, letters, and licensing offers before the dispute reached federal court. The lawsuit alleges that those efforts were unsuccessful, leading the organization and several rights holders to pursue legal action against Hello Bye, LLC and its owner, Christopher S. Boukedes. Among the songs specifically identified in the filing are DMX’s “Party Up (Up In Here),” House of Pain’s “Jump Around,” Rick James’ “Party All the Time,” and WALK THE MOON’s “Shut Up and Dance,” all of which were allegedly performed at the venue on November 30, 2024.

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Plaintiffs Seek Damages

The plaintiffs are asking the court to permanently prohibit Boatyard Lake Norman from publicly performing ASCAP-represented music without first obtaining the proper license. They are also seeking statutory damages of up to $30,000 for each copyrighted work identified in the lawsuit, along with attorney’s fees and court costs.

The complaint further alleges the unauthorized performances extended beyond the four songs cited in the filing, suggesting the alleged infringement occurred on multiple occasions rather than during a single night.

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GloRilla Hints Her Next Album Will Be “Turnt” For The Summer https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000008-glorilla-turnt-album-summer Fri, 26 Jun 2026 22:33:00 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000008 With her sophomore solo record on the horizon, GloRilla is gearing up to have a "fun" album of the summer.

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Artists have been fighting for the song or album of the summer, and soon, GloRilla will throw her hat into the ring. Today (June 26), her “MANE” collaboration with Pooh Shiesty hit DSPs, and as fans dissect their bars, Glo gave an update about her upcoming album. While speaking with Us Weekly, the Memphis hitmaker was asked what fans can expect.

“I wanted it to have a summer vibe, so it’s gonna be fun, for sure. It’s gonna be turnt — like, you know, I like to produce turnt music,” she told the outlet while also promoting her new unexpected remix to the Reese’s Puffs cereal jingle. “I got some pretty good features on there that I’m excited [about], but I’m not gonna say. And it’s gonna be coming soon. Before the summer is all the way over.”

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Glorilla Teases Feature With Destiny Child Singer

Moreover, GloRilla is doubling down on the claim that a member of Destiny’s Child will make an appearance on her forthcoming effort. Last month, she teased the big reveal and once again shared her excitement about the collaboration.  “I’m a big fan of Destiny’s Child,” she said. “Like, I love all three of them [Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland, and Michelle Williams], and so that’s major to me. Like, I’m a huge, die-hard Destiny’s Child fan, so that’s one of them.”

As far as feeling the pressure goes, Glo seems to be taking it all in stride. Her debut album, Glorious, climbed to No. 5 on the Billboard 200 chart, and artists often struggle to match that success on their sophomore albums. “It’s crazy, because I’ve been trying not to overthink it too much,” Glo added. “Because Glorious, I just feel like that was an amazing body of work for me. Like, I feel like that was in a peak time for me.”

“I think with this album that I’m doing right now — because on Glorious I touched a lot of different topics, but it was, like, some that was serious and then some that was, like, not serious,” the Grammy nominee continued. “But on this album that I’m working on, I’m not that serious. It’s just everything gonna be fun. I think that’s gonna be the only difference.”

Are you looking forward to GloRilla’s new album? And which member of Destiny’s Child do you think she locked in with?

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Lafamilia – Album by DJ Bandz & Only The Family https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/1000017-lafamilia-dj-bandz-only-the-family Fri, 26 Jun 2026 21:56:18 +0000 https://www.hotnewhiphop.com/?p=1000017 "Lafamila" by DJ Bandz and Only The Family features King Von, Rob49, G Herbo, Kodak Black, Loe Shimmy, BabyDrill, Sada Baby, and more.

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Lil Durk may be dealing with his murder-for-hire case, but his Only The Family collective and DJ Bandz just re-energized the OTF community with the new album, Lafamilia. It’s a star-studded collection of tracks from some of the group’s most notable members, collaborators, and peers. King Von, G Herbo, Kodak Black, BabyDrill, Rob49, YTB Fatt, HoodRich Pablo Juan, Calboy, Chuckyy, Hotboii, and more make appearances across 13 hard-hitting cuts. There’s a little something for everyone here, and the project doesn’t overstay its welcome either. If you’re looking for something more punchy and sharp to give you energy this weekend, DJ Bandz and Only The Family’s Lafamilia could be your answer.

Release Date: June 26, 2026

Genre: Hip-Hop

Tracklist of Lafamilia

  1. Free Smurk (with Bay Swag)
  2. Water (with Rob49)
  3. Pressin Again (with King Von and Sada Baby)
  4. Mo Money Mo Problems (with Baby Money and Icewear Vezzo)
  5. How Much (with YTB Fatt)
  6. Not Like Us (with J Money and HoodRich Pablo Juan)
  7. Creatures (with Calboy)
  8. Made My Name (with BabyDrill)
  9. Puttin Ya Down (with G Herbo)
  10. Chicago Girls (with Lil Zay Osama and Cosha TG)
  11. Rich Junkiez (with Chuckyy and Loe Shimmy)
  12. Mud Bruddas (Rondonumbanine Interlude) [with Hotboii and Lil Zay Osama]
  13. Dark Days (with G Herbo and Kodak Black)

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