For those unaware, at one point of the Verzuz, he asked “Where Slick’em at?” while both groups were talking smack. Livebitez caught the moment on Instagram, and also shared Pretty Ricky’s Pleasure P speaking about the situation the following day.

“I’ve been through so much when it comes to just music, but it’s me personally. And so have my brothers in the group,” P remarked. “The thing that this success does to people mentally is very challenging. And I don’t take that lightly. So shouts out to Slick’em. We love you, brother. And we definitely want you back. man. We just hope you do better and we’re here for you always, first and foremost…”

In Livebitez‘s comments section, Omarion addressed the backlash. “First of all I do not keep up with nobody but my kids. I did not know that slick em was having a tough time. I wish deep healing & recovery,” he wrote.

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What Happened To Slick’em Hound?

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For those unaware, the “tough time” the singer referred to calls back to Pleasure P talking about Slick’em Hound’s alleged heroin addiction. This was back in December of 2024. “They got one of my brothers on heroin, and I don’t want to talk his business. But I miss him, and I wish I could talk to Slick’em,” P stated.

Pretty Ricky’s Spectacular Blue told TMZ in May of 2025 that Slick’em refused rehabilitation services. All in all, the group has consistently moved forward in their endeavors while making their support for Hound clear.

Other discussions around B2K and Pretty Ricky’s Verzuz include comments from other R&B groups and artists. Willie Taylor of Day26 claimed they would’ve “smoked” both groups, which obviously led to a lot of debate. But as far as this comment about Slick’em Hound, it’s heartening to see Omarion, Pretty Ricky, and the rest of the music world show him support after an unknowing slight.

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In a video he shared to Instagram, you can see him checking out some of the merch available at the pop-up. “Let’s see if my employee discount works… My Roc Nation employee discount,” Charlamagne joked to the camera. “My Employee Discount Worked!!!! Let’s Discuss……#JayZ30,” he captioned the video. Fellow journalists like Rob Markman, Brian “B.Dot” Miller, and Loren LoRosa had some funny comments in response.

DJ Akademiks’ beef with Charlamagne Tha God has some other factors to it as well. But right now, these conversations around the Roc and positive media coverage are at the forefront. While Tha God didn’t mention Akademiks by name, he represents the wave of criticism against him as its foremost proponent.

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DJ Akademiks & Charlamagne Tha God Beef

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Charlamagne Tha God responded to DJ Akademiks in a more direct way, though. joebuddenclips/fanpage caught a segment of his Brilliant Idiots podcast with Andrew Schulz in which he addressed Ak’s claims. Charlamange called Akademiks a hypocrite (pointing to his OVO chain) and defended Jay-Z’s celebrations and his status in the game, which makes conversations of buying opinions out less believable. He also said they had a long conversation recently, so he doesn’t understand where this is coming from.

In addition to all that, an important saga to note is Charlamagne Tha God and the DJ Akademiks TV page on social media. They shared a lot of allegations about Charlamagne concerning sexual assault and other bad looks on the Internet. Akademiks defended their decision to share these discussions about the radio host.

We will see if this whole situation becomes even more contentious or if it dies down eventually. With more Jay-Z moves on the way, we doubt this rift will clear up anytime soon.

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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 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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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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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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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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