As caught by Kurrco on Twitter, a new picture hit the Internet over the weekend of the 6ix God recording new music in what seems to be his Toronto mansion, “The Embassy.” While there are no details to confirm these specifics, it already sent die-hards into a frenzy about what they may be getting soon. Maybe there’s more new music to come in 2027, or even this year.

Some fans are hoping for a Scary Hours expansion of ICEMAN, which line up with not just previous album cycles like For All The Dogs, but also with the recent FOMO deluxe of HABIBTI. Others are wondering if this is really as accurate as social media is painting it to be, questioning if this is a resurfaced image or something truly fresh.

Either way, demand for the Toronto superstar will rarely wane even if he drops new material every week. We’ll just have to wait and see what happens.

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Drake Lawsuit

However, as dominant as this 2026 run has been, one of its biggest individual success stories is wrapping Drake up in legal action. Songwriter and producer Aviel Calev Hirschfield launched a lawsuit this week claiming the OVO mogul stole his chorus for “Janice STFU” without credit or proper compensation.

Drizzy’s team responded to this in a statement, calling it a fabricated money grab that is completely made up of false allegations. We will see if this leads to significant court updates or if the parties find a different resolution.

Elsewhere, Drake’s commercial success isn’t without its artistic praise to accompany it. SOCAN will honor him with the Songwriter of the Year award for the fifth year in a row.

The Boy may have fed fans in very satisfying ways in 2026, but the grind never stops. Hopefully we’ll see exactly what he has in store soon, and where it will stand in his catalog.

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The pack includes three styles, and each one fits a different part of his life. There is a lifestyle sneaker, a tennis-inspired shoe, and a running shoe.

First up is the Cloudtilt Remix. It comes in a deep brown that covers almost the entire shoe, including the midsole. The look feels scorched, which makes it the darkest pair in the collection. It costs $170.

Next is the Roger Clubhouse in white. At first glance, it could pass for a regular release. The big change is the all-leather upper, which replaces the usual mesh. It also adds some On branding, metal eyelets, and stitching along the sides of the heel tab. It costs $150.

The Cloudmonster is the running shoe of the group. It arrives in a bold red that matches the midsole and costs $180.

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Burna Boy x On Cloud Pack

This collaboration has been building for a year. On announced Burna Boy as a partner in September 2025, hinting that more projects were coming. Burna Boy is also one of the biggest names in global music. The Nigerian star has won a Grammy and has headlined stadiums around the world.

He is not the only big name on On’s roster. Zendaya has been with the brand since June 2024, and the two have already put out several co-created shoes and collections. Between Zendaya and Burna Boy, On has shown it wants to reach people far beyond the running community.

The three-shoe approach is also smart. Each silhouette fits a different lifestyle, so fans have more than one way to jump in. Prices between $150 and $180 land close to the usual On prices, so this does not feel like a luxury cost.

We will see if Burna Boy has more on the way. For now, mark October 22nd on the calendar.

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Via an Instagram post from earlier this week, 50 reacted to Davis’ 40-year-to-life sentence, suspecting federal authorities will target Combs over the murder next. “Damn boy 40 years they was not playing with Keefe D. now you know they coming back around for Diddy,” he wrote.

Both men have denied the Bad Boy mogul had any involvement in the murder. However, since the actual shooters are no longer with us and conspiracy theories about the East Coast and West Coast beef continue to swirl, allegations and speculative conclusions like these continue to spread.

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50 Cent’s Diddy Documentary

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This should come as no surprise given the G-Unit mogul’s commentary on these cases and individuals in the past. But he’s happy to double down.

Back in September, 50 Cent theorized Keefe D will testify against Diddy if the latter ever faces court over allegations that he ordered Tupac’s murder. It’s unclear if these are just jokes or if he’s serious about it, but either way, it feeds into rampant conspiracy theories about Puff’s alleged involvement. This narrative has persisted for decades, and it seems like it will never go away.

Of course, 50 Cent’s trolling of Diddy has more to do with his misconduct scandal, which he documented via his production of the Sean Combs: The Reckoning docuseries on Netflix. He isn’t scared about the mogul’s eventual release, and hasn’t turned down his fiery distaste for him.

But with Duane Davis heading to jail for a long time, it seems unlikely that law enforcement will open yet another probe in the ‘Pac case. Still, stranger things have happened, so we’ll see if Fif is right.

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This new LP will follow the Atlanta rapper’s previous studio full-length WHAM, which came out in January of 2025. His mixtape The Leaks followed in December, and we also got recent singles like “Dead Fresh” with production from Pharrell. That is one of 17 tracks listed on a whiteboard featured in Baby’s IG post. It also revealed the features for the upcoming project.

“In Your Head” will feature Rylo Rodriguez, whereas Future and Young Thug are set to appear on the song “All My Patnas.” The rest of the tracklist has no special guests in sight. Furthermore, this concerned some fans and excited others who want to hear Wham in more of a solo capacity.

From what this tease indicates, it seems like the recent “Coast 2 Coast” single with features from Bally Baby and Fatt Smaxk will not make the final cut. But we will have to wait for Fresh to drop in full to find out.

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Lil Baby’s Fresh Release Date

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Speaking of which, the release date for the album is set for November 6. This means fans will only have to wait a few weeks before diving in.

Lil Baby’s career continues to experience ups and downs, with some levying “washed” allegations and others confident in the skills exposed on cuts like “Dead Fresh.” However, a full album will rest on very different metrics to individual performances. We will see if he rises to the occasion or gives fans more of the same.

Baby also kept himself busy with collaborations in 2026, whether it’s with Young Thug, Quavo, Yung Miami, or a bizarre MrBeast remix. Like a lot of recent material, fans are split when it comes to reception of this feature run. But he dropped great bodies of work in the past, so die-hards hope he can recapture the magic once again.

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The design comes from the Pennywise costume LeBron wore for Halloween in 2017. That costume was a hit with fans, so the shoe feels like a fun throwback.

Overall, the look is simple but very clever. A silver and white upper has a weathered finish, as if it spent too long in a gutter. Black smudges run across the KingKnit panels.

Red adds a vibrant touch to the shoes. The laces are red and fuzzy, and a red metallic Swoosh sits on the heel. Inside, the lining is also fuzzy red, which nods to the pom-poms on Pennywise’s outfit.

There is also one more surprise on the shoes. An eye graphic appears on the inside of the tongue, so it looks like the shoe is watching you. The shoe is littered with little details, that horror fans will definitely appreciate.

The name also fits. In the movie It, Pennywise hides in the sewer, so “Storm Drain” is a clever way to tell the story. The style code is IX5103-001, and sizing is unisex. Pairs should be available on Nike.com and at select retailers.

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Nike LeBron 24 “Storm Drain”

The shoe is part of Nike Basketball’s 2026 Halloween collection. Other signature models from Giannis, Ja Morant, Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, and Caitlin Clark are also included.

Most of the collection begins arriving on October 23rd. That makes late October a busy stretch for basketball fans who like themed shoes.

This is also a big year for LeBron’s signature line. The LeBron 24 is his latest model, and it introduces a lighter KingKnit build. We covered the Nike LeBron 24 “Greater China” earlier this month.

Compared to that pair, the “Storm Drain” is much louder. It shows how wide the LeBron 24 lineup is. Nike is mixing cultural designs, holiday looks, and simple colorways.

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Fans expressed massive disappointment in Em for collaborating with an ardent MAGA supporter, even if the two Detroit artists have a lot of history together. It’s the same history the Detroit MC raps about on “Heal My Faith,” concluding that Rock is his “brother” rather than a “political enemy.” Some fans hoped he would be more clear and understanding in another statement on the collaboration. But that didn’t turn out to be the case.

Marshall Mathers took to social media platforms like Instagram this weekend to promote “Heal My Faith.” His caption in these posts is leading to even more fan backlash. “Not about choosing sides, just choosing to make music with my old friend. Praying for all of us. #HealMyFaith @kidrock,” he wrote.

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Kid Rock & Eminem

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Kid Rock’s response to this Eminem backlash also points to their history together. “If there are two people who understand the noise, who have created a lot of noise in their careers, it’s us,” he told the Detroit Free Press. “We understand (that) empty wagons make the most noise, right? Who are these (complainers)? […] You’re upset that two old friends did something together? I mean, you’re essentially confirming the problem to us. And he understands that. We both understand that.”

Rock previously said this about the Em collab. “His verse speaks to something we’ve talked about and that really needs to be heard. We differ politically and on other things. But we’ve stayed friends through it all. We hope that sets an example for people who’ve lost friends or stopped talking to family because they think differently.”

With Eminem’s most recent statement in mind, it seems like his position is a far cry from the one he assumed in 2017 and continued to uphold… Until now.

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Rock did not find a lot of love with the crowd, as folks booed her in a clip that quickly made the rounds online. Fenix Flexin was also there to perform his viral and controversial hit “Rubberz,” whereas Chrisean was background-dancing for Blue’s set. Tyga performed some big hits like “Rack City,” and he and Blue engaged the crowd with “Free Tory” chants.

Of course, fans also danced and sang along to some of Lanez’s hits as they played in the background, despite the artist himself not being there. The New Boyz also reunited for this concert. We’ll see what other guests pop out for upcoming “Not On Tor” dates in Washington, DC, New Orleans, and Pittsburgh, with folks expecting announcements for Toronto and Montreal dates as well.

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Blueface & Tory Lanez

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Blueface’s dynamic with Tory Lanez is very curious, as he previously alleged he hooked up with Megan Thee Stallion after the shooting which sent the Canadian rapper and singer to prison. However, it seems like Blue’s happy to support Lanez despite these comments, as he had also claimed he saw her gunshot wounds.

Elsewhere, Tory Lanez wants justice over his stabbing in jail, as he sued prison authorities for $100 million after last year’s attack. Most recently, prison officials claimed the artist is partially responsible for the attack due to him agreeing to his housing arrangement.

We will see where that situation leads, as many (including Tory himself) continue to call for his freedom and a reversal of his sentence and verdict. Efforts to do so have been unsuccessful so far. But initiatives like the “Not On Tor” tour keep those claims alive via fan engagement, so the controversial pushback will never end.

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Via social media, Ross promoted a partnership he has with SmartCredit.com for finance management, financial literacy, and more. He took some time to troll Fif’s G-Unit Studios efforts in Shreveport, Louisiana, claiming he might need some credit help and money assistance.

“It’s time for me to be the bigger person,” Rozay remarked. “I understand the rough times that Curtis Jackson, you know him as 50 Cent, may be going through. Now, well, I want to say I can imagine what you’re going through. But I really can’t. Your ideas, your concepts you began to build over in Shreveport, and you may have come across some financial difficulties. But I have the answer for you, Curtis Jackson: SmartCredit.com… It’s just what you need, Curtis Jackson.

“You could finish the big G-Unit Studios,” he continued. “I saw those AI images, and they looked amazing. I would love to know who did that for you… And I would love to see you execute your dreams. What brother shouldn’t want to see another brother execute his ideas, his dreams, his passions? You’ve been an extra in a lot of different shows… Imagine owning your own, like Tyler Perry. You don’t have the cash? I can help you right now. SmartCredit.com… To build out that AI drawing that you posted… To build your own studio.”

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50 Cent & Rick Ross Beef

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50 Cent recently talked about his Rick Ross beef, downplaying its seriousness due to his enemy’s past as a correctional officer. Still, while both men belittle each other, they continue to feed their own feud delusions and try to get some promotion and attention out of it.

As for 50 Cent’s G-Unit Studios in Shreveport, this continues to develop, but we haven’t gotten any big updates in a while. We’re sure 50 will respond to Ross eventually when it comes to life.

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Release Date: October 17, 2026

Genre: Christian Rock

Album: Halfway 2 Jesus

Quotable Lyrics from 7 Sins

I was drowning in my sins and did not resurface,
Still be scared to go to church and meet God in person,
That Sunday service, only God can judge me,
I don’t rush that verdict, I lift that burden

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Starting with Eminem and Kid Rock, Aron and I found their “Heal My Faith” collab to be not just musically grueling, but also a betrayal of what Slim Shady has stood for over the past decade. His anti-Trump stances vanished when it came to working with an old friend. While their history makes this a bit more understandable, we found it to reflect an odd, unnecessary, and shallow turn that only dampens any excitement for new music in the future.

Before that, Aron and I talked about Diddy’s prison controversies, whether it’s his alleged contraband or an alleged fight with a Jamaican drug lord. Sadly, this situation has taken some attention away from the accountability and rehabilitation Sean Combs should be focused on behind bars for his crimes and allegations. We believe it shows how power dynamics don’t disappear in jail, arguing about how this has affected other inmates.

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Later on, Aron and I broke down 50 Cent’s many interesting comments during his Street Fighter press run, specifically about other rappers. He had hot takes on J. Cole, Drake, Jay-Z, Rick Ross, and many others throughout this. Overall, while it’s always at least funny to hear Fif rant and make wild statements, we concluded it’s a reflection of his dominance-obsessed approach to business and music.

As for Young Thug and his recent updates, news of a new album, a YSL RICO documentary, and big business moves from him and Gunna made Aron and I question if he can still be compelling as a solo artist. After all, Slime Language 3 features a new generation, and UY SCUTI already left a sour taste. As huge Thugger fans, we hope we’re wrong about our skepticism.

Aron and I also discussed rapper alter egos that would make for great Halloween costumes this spooky season. We highlighted the late great MF DOOM, Tyler, The Creator’s “IGOR,” Kool Keith’s iconic Doctor Octagon, Nicki Minaj’s Roman, and others.

Finally, as for new music, Aron and I highlighted the specific singles “Bombs” and “Chiltern Firehouse” from Doechii and fakemink and Skepta, respectively. We also shouted out Kevin Holliday (with his Pink Siifu-assisted “Drop Top” single) and H.LLS (with their SamRecks collab “HOUSEPARTY”) for our “On The Come-Up” segment.

Let us know what you think of all these topics in the comments below. Elsewhere, stay logged onto HNHH to rate the new songs and albums we’ve been covering, as well as to stay up to date on our news and feature coverage.

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