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Nas & Hennessy Celebrate MC’s 50th Birthday
Along with Hip-Hop, Nas also turned 50 years old this year and the rapper teamed with Hennessy to celebrate the milestone with a party that featured a gang of high-profile guests including Kendrick Lamar, Diddy, Fat Joe and more. The festivities went down at The Grill in New York City and featured Nas being presented […]
Jadakiss & Dave East ‘I Got Questions’ Honoring Hip-Hop 50
Jadakiss and Dave East connect for a special edition episode of the popular interview series.
And1 Open Run Tour Returns To Harlem For 30th Anniversary
And1 has a special place in the hearts of basketball players after its epic run in the late 90’s and early 2000’s. But the brand has more in the tank and brought back its famed And1 Open Run Tour to Harlem for its 30th Anniversary. In the summer of 2023, And1 is looking for […]
Steph Curry Hits Hole-In-One During Celebrity Golf Tourney
Steph Curry makes shots, no matter the sports. The NBA superstar made a hole-in-one during a celebrity golf tournament, adding another clip to his already impressive highlight reel. HOLE-IN-ONE FOR @StephenCurry30!!! pic.twitter.com/aMEMeVretq — PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) July 15, 2023 On Saturday (July 15), Chef Curry made a hole-in-one at the American Century Championship celebrity tournament […]
Diddy Announces ‘Diddy Direct’ Platform For Locating DeLeón, Ciroc & More
Sean “Diddy” Combs is making sure his fans have the fastest access to his spirits. On Tuesday (May 23), the Hip-Hop mogul announced Diddy Direct, a platform aimed at helping consumers, and retailers, have access to his brands like DeLeón, Ciroc and more. The launch features a digital ad campaign that features DJ Khaled, of course. […] The post Diddy Announces ‘Diddy Direct’ Platform For Locating DeLeón, Ciroc & More appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
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DJ Premier Heightens Great Encounters with Grand Marnier In Queens [Photos]
On Tuesday night (May 9), Grand Marnier held a special night called the Greats Encounters with Grand Marnier in Queens, NY. What made the evening even more special, besides the plentiful spirits, foods and vibes, was a performance from the legendary DJ Premier and an accompanying jazz ensemble, the Badder Band. As for the “Great […] The post DJ Premier Heightens Great Encounters with Grand Marnier In Queens [Photos] appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
3 ‘Star Wars’ Movies Announced, Daisy Ridley Will Return As Rey & Other Star Wars Celebration Announcements
Finally, we got news on how the Star Wars film universe will continue and other big announcements. The post 3 ‘Star Wars’ Movies Announced, Daisy Ridley Will Return As Rey & Other Star Wars Celebration Announcements appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
atmos and New Balance Launch Washington D.C. Retail Collab: The NBSE
While New Balance has been enjoying a resurgence of late, real-deal sneaker connoisseurs, particularly those from the DMV, have always supported the brand. So it only makes sense that New Balance and atmos have collaborated on a retail collaboration in Washington D.C. Atmos, a renowned sneaker and streetwear destination, and heritage sneaker brand New Balance […] The post atmos and New Balance Launch Washington D.C. Retail Collab: The NBSE appeared first on The Latest Hip-Hop News, Music and Media | Hip-Hop Wired.
The ‘URBAN ONE HONORS: Icons of the Culture’ Awards Air Monday, Jan. 16
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: TV One / TV One The URBAN ONE HONORS: Icons of the Culture awards celebration air on Monday night (Jan. 16). The two-hour telecast will premiere on TV One and Cleo TV at 7:00 PM ET/6 PM CT. Beloved and renowned R&B singer Tank will he holding down the hosting duties at this year’s 5th annual Urban One Honors. Also, the “Backstage Pass” host is multi-talented singer and actress, LeToya Luckett. Related Stories The Icons of the Culture and honorees include LL Cool J, Entertainment Icon; Bobby Brown, Phoenix; Pharrell Williams, Music Innovation; David & Tamela Mann, Inspirational Impact; and, Congresswoman Maxine Waters, Lifetime Achievement. The show kicks off with legends paying tribute to the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop that in...
Nike JDI Day Returns, Drake Hosts Nike Maxim Awards—Travis Scott & More Celebs Big Up Employees
Written By Alvin aqua Blanco , Director of Content Posted 3 hours ago @aqua174 Alvin aqua Blanco is the Director of Content in the Men’s Division for iOne Digital, steering Cassius Life and Hip-Hop Wired. Representing the Bronx, he was nurtured by a steady diet of Hip-Hop culture and music. He graduated from the University of Virginia, with a B.A. in African American Studies and Psychology. His prior work has appeared in XXL, The Source, Vibe, The Village Voice, and other notable print and online publications. Other stops in his over 15-year journalism career include BET, MTV News, and AllHipHop.com. Alvin joined iOne in 2017 and continues to always make sure the culture—be it music, business, fashion, sports, sneakers, and everything in between—is thoroughly and accurately documente...
2022 Black Footwear Forum Goes Down In Detroit In September
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Black Footwear Forum / BFF The 2022 Black Footwear Forum (BFF), formerly the African American Footwear Forum (AAFF), is going down this September in Detroit. The gathering aims to address issues of diversity in the world of footwear, and the list of attendees features a who’s who of creatives and talent in the business. Source: Black Footwear Forum / BFF The BFF is scheduled for Friday, September 16 through Sunday, September 18, and will be held at the Pensole Lewis College of Business & Design and in partnership with Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA). If you don’t know, the Lewis College of Business was acquired by Pensole Academy founder and renowned designer D’Wayne Edwards in 2021. As such, it became what’s touted as not o...
André 3000 Featured In New Supreme Campaign
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Deana Lawson / Supreme André 3000 has garnered a reputation in recent years for popping up in random cities, sometimes while playing a flute, and always living his best life. All that to say, 3 Stacks is a perfect selection to be featured in the latest campaign from Supreme. The streetwear brand recently shared a pic of the OutKast rapper rocking a white Supreme Box logo tee on its socials, and everyone is excited. Supreme should be dropping a first look at it Fall/Winter 2022 collection soon, and the speculation is that the Atlanta native will be featured on its photo tee that has featured artists like Lil’ Kim, Al Green and Buju Banton in the past. André 3000 was shot by Deana Lawson, a renowned photographer and Black woman who is based in Brooklyn. Sta...
